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PL08 NFG

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

126,733 mi
Last recorded126,733 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 NFG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 126,733 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 125,008 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 113,871 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2017 113,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 99,321 miles

Nearside Rear Inner trackrod slight play

under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components.

Fail 26 Jan 2016 99,321 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner trackrod slight play

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

slight bind on both rear brakes.

under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components.

Fail 2 Jan 2015 88,285 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wheel arch liner and front grille damaged

slight play in steering rack nearside and offside

Pass 2 Jan 2015 88,285 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wheel arch liner and front grille damaged

slight play in steering rack nearside and offside

Fail 4 Jan 2014 67,100 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 67,100 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 45,057 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear wheel bearing slight play

slight play in nearside steering arm

Fail 4 Jan 2013 45,057 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear wheel bearing slight play

slight play in nearside steering arm

Pass 6 Jan 2012 21,396 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 20,457 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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PL08 NFG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PL08 NFG, 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 PL08 NFG registered?

PL08 NFG is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 August 2008.

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