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PJ57 ORP

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,633 mi
Last recorded143,633 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ57 ORP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 143,633 miles

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

odd head lights fitted all lights function correctly

Pass 30 Jan 2017 140,665 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 140,562 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 135,705 miles

both front & n/s/r tyres are close to the linit

Fail 6 Feb 2016 135,705 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front & n/s/r tyres are close to the linit

Pass 5 Feb 2015 125,815 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 110,929 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 97,589 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 97,586 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

unable to check rear wheel bearings due to brakes binding

Pass 6 Jan 2012 1,340 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 66,958 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 66,958 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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PJ57 ORP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PJ57 ORP, 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 PJ57 ORP registered?

PJ57 ORP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is PJ57 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ57 ORP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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