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MJ08 HFE

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,602 mi
Last recorded83,602 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 HFE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 83,602 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 73,953 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 66,416 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 56,997 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 48,818 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,586 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,708 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 38,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 36,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 36,584 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 30,532 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 30,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 27,868 miles

N/S/R tyre pressure low

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 25,289 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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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MJ08 HFE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MJ08 HFE, 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 MJ08 HFE registered?

MJ08 HFE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is MJ08 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 HFE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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