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MV08 UYU

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,978 mi
Last recorded99,978 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 UYU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 99,978 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2020 99,953 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure rubber hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 94,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

front brake discs corroded on inner faces

rear exhaust mounting perished

Fail 28 Jan 2019 94,158 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

front brake discs corroded on inner faces

rear exhaust mounting perished

Pass 26 Jan 2018 86,968 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

Fail 26 Jan 2018 86,968 miles

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

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

Pass 28 Jan 2017 82,118 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2017 82,118 miles

Nearside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 77,377 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 67,004 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 58,628 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 May 2014 58,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 44,981 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,371 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 36,371 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 27,634 miles

both front tyres on 2/3mm

front brake pads 90% worn advice change in 2-3000 miles

n/s/r tyre 2/3mm

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 UYU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 UYU, 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 UYU registered?

MV08 UYU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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