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R26 VVV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,969 mi
Last recorded41,969 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 VVV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 41,969 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2025 41,082 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 41,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 40,146 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small cut inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,933 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes under the vehicle covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 35,979 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 35,301 miles

All four tyres damaged on outer and central tread blocks .

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 34,908 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 34,898 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 34,110 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 33,832 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 33,403 miles

Front signs of brake pads have got extremely hot

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 24 Feb 2016 31,968 miles

cracking on osf tyre treads

Pass 25 Feb 2015 29,622 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 27,156 miles

all 4 tyres wearing on the outer edges and wearing in middle of the tread in some spots

condersation in nsr lamp

Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,121 miles

condersation in nsr lamp

Pass 1 Mar 2012 21,945 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,723 miles

advise slight damage on n/s/f tyre side wall

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 VVV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VVV, 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 VVV registered?

R26 VVV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is R26 VVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 VVV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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