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RF08 BMY

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,473 mi
Last recorded75,473 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 BMY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 75,473 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 71,362 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 4 Sep 2018 71,360 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Sep 2017 64,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 56,231 miles

Nearside Lower damage to sill

Pass 9 Sep 2015 51,639 miles

front tyres below 3.mm

items removed from drivers view before test

n/s accident damage

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2015 51,639 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres below 3.mm

items removed from drivers view before test

n/s accident damage

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2014 44,191 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,824 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,951 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 19,279 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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RF08 BMY is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RF08 BMY, 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 RF08 BMY registered?

RF08 BMY is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is RF08 BMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 BMY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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