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MF08 UNK

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,019 mi
Last recorded150,019 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 UNK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 150,019 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 150,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 126,788 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2017 126,787 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 111,600 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2016 111,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 90,416 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 90,416 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 70,923 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2014 70,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 May 2013 52,672 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 52,672 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 36,845 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,164 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 UNK is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UNK, 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 UNK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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