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R1 BTJ

2008 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

94,471 mi
Last recorded94,471 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 BTJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 94,471 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 93,661 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 92,282 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 92,280 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 90,183 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 90,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2021 87,909 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to run out of shape

Pass 23 Mar 2020 86,904 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Mar 2019 84,316 miles

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

offside and nearside rear shockabsorbers casings corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2018 79,995 miles

both rear shockabsorbers casings corroded

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 76,857 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2016 71,572 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 65,418 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 56,639 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 47,356 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,358 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 22,293 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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R1 BTJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R1 BTJ, 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 R1 BTJ registered?

R1 BTJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is R1 BTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 BTJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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