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MF08 FCJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,166 mi
Last recorded132,166 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 FCJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 132,166 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 132,161 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings TRACK ROD END (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush BOTTOM BALL JOINT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings RACK ARM (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users BUMPER (6.1.B.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

EXHAUST INSECURE

Nearside Front WING MIRROR CRACKED

Pass 30 May 2015 123,331 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 116,045 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 110,792 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 110,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 May 2012 104,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 84,912 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 84,912 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

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

Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

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

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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MF08 FCJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MF08 FCJ, 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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MF08 FCJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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