CarVerify

Free Car Check

NV08 ETL

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

114,969 mi
Last recorded114,969 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 ETL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 114,969 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 114,969 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 114,774 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Nov 2022 114,774 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 113,482 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 113,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Headlamp internals floppy (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 110,845 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Dec 2020 110,845 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 107,521 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 107,521 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 102,253 miles

Front Both front steering arms have movement in them

Rear discs in poor condition

Fail 29 May 2018 102,253 miles

Front Both front steering arms have movement in them

Rear discs in poor condition

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 97,403 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 90,610 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 72,351 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 72,351 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2014 58,356 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 58,352 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 49,596 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 39,044 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 29,973 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 29,961 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs pitted

Fail 4 May 2011 29,961 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs pitted

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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NV08 ETL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 NV08 ETL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NV08 ETL?

You can check the full history of NV08 ETL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NV08 ETL registered?

NV08 ETL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is NV08 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV08 ETL shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NV08 ETL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NV08 ETL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.