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OY08 OLW

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,806 mi
Last recorded90,806 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 OLW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2020 90,806 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2019 74,360 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2015 74,313 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

some surface rust on rear brake disc

undertray fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2014 71,343 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front brake pads look worn

Pass 11 Dec 2014 71,343 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front brake pads look worn

Pass 17 Dec 2013 64,242 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 64,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise rear brakes sticking

advise play nearside front steering rack inner joint

Pass 3 Jan 2013 54,058 miles

play/movement in n/s/f steering rack

Pass 10 Jan 2012 43,149 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,086 miles

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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OY08 OLW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY08 OLW, 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 OY08 OLW registered?

OY08 OLW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is OY08 OLW safe to buy?

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