CarVerify

Free Car Check

NY57 FVV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

99,442 mi
Last recorded99,442 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 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

RegistrationNY57 FVV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
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

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 99,442 miles

rear shocks corroding

Fail 30 Jan 2023 99,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rear shocks corroding

Fail 5 Jan 2023 99,338 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both . (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 91,914 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 91,914 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 90,102 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 88,276 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2019 88,276 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 82,918 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod slight ply (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod slight ply (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 82,918 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod slight ply (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod slight ply (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 79,516 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover + under tray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2016 73,669 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 73,669 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 64,603 miles

Play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 12 Nov 2015 64,591 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 13 Mar 2014 45,446 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 45,446 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 32,390 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 32,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 28,395 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 23,168 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 23,168 miles

Offside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

NY57 FVV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 NY57 FVV, 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 NY57 FVV?

You can check the full history of NY57 FVV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NY57 FVV registered?

NY57 FVV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is NY57 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY57 FVV shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NY57 FVV 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 NY57 FVV. 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.