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R26 AAP

2008 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,622 mi
Last recorded115,622 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 AAP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 115,622 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 112,902 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 109,711 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play pivot ball joint in hub carrier (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 107,677 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear heat shield loose not likely to fall off

Pass 9 Dec 2021 104,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side leg corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 104,669 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side leg corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 101,974 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust rubber deteriroated

play in both steering arms

rear exhaust rubber broken

Fail 2 Dec 2020 101,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust rubber deteriroated

play in both steering arms

rear exhaust rubber broken

Pass 2 Dec 2019 98,782 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 92,868 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front wishbone rear bush torn

play in nearside steering arm

Fail 1 Dec 2018 92,868 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front wishbone rear bush torn

play in nearside steering arm

Pass 27 Nov 2017 85,808 miles

both front brake discs worn

grease noted at both front outer drive shaft boots

Pass 24 Nov 2016 77,343 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 77,343 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 69,968 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 62,705 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 53,748 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 53,748 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 47,166 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside wing repeater damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2011 38,378 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 38,378 miles

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

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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R26 AAP is a 2008 Renault Megane in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R26 AAP, 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 R26 AAP registered?

R26 AAP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 November 2008.

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