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MF08 HGZ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,108 mi
Last recorded44,108 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 HGZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 44,108 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 43,929 miles

Position lamp not working offside front (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) not working nearside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible nearside front top mount movement causing the spring to be misaligned (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2017 40,579 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 40,578 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 37,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 37,465 miles

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment Both sides (2.5.A.1c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 33,241 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 29,284 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 22,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,326 miles

no spare wheel

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,766 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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MF08 HGZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HGZ, 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 MF08 HGZ registered?

MF08 HGZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is MF08 HGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 HGZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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