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MV08 MWU

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,233 mi
Last recorded127,233 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 MWU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 127,233 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Outer Damaged

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 127,233 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Outer Damaged

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 119,978 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 119,977 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 111,290 miles

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

Pass 14 Apr 2014 101,853 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 93,828 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/f rim damaged

n/s/f tyre damaged side wall

o/s/r reg lamp lens missing

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 3 Apr 2013 93,828 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/f rim damaged

n/s/f tyre damaged side wall

o/s/r reg lamp lens missing

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 27 Mar 2012 88,229 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

n/s/r tyre cut

Fail 27 Mar 2012 88,229 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

n/s/r tyre cut

Pass 16 Feb 2011 79,905 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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MV08 MWU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 MV08 MWU, 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 MV08 MWU registered?

MV08 MWU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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