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LV08 RJY

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,059 mi
Last recorded137,059 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 RJY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 137,059 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 137,059 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 128,472 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 128,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 120,669 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 113,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 113,342 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 109,293 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 109,293 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 101,869 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Jun 2019 101,869 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 94,435 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 94,435 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 86,750 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 86,750 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 79,086 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 70,025 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 63,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2013 57,976 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 51,759 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 35,783 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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LV08 RJY is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV08 RJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV08 RJY registered?

LV08 RJY is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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