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NL58 FKJ

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

112,012 mi
Last recorded112,012 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL58 FKJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 112,012 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 111,972 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front Both headlight units cloudy/hazy.

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Inner Wheel dent/damage slight.

Offside Front Inner Wheel dent/damage slight.

Offside Front Inner Wheel dent/damage slight.

Offside Front Inner Wheel dent/damage slight.

Pass 11 Dec 2016 110,221 miles

Offside Front Outer Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 106,776 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt pinhole (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 105,245 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2014 105,245 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 101,436 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 101,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 95,598 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 87,434 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 87,434 miles

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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NL58 FKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,998cc petrol 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 NL58 FKJ, 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 NL58 FKJ registered?

NL58 FKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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