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RO08 OFL

2008 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

143,172 mi
Last recorded143,172 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 OFL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 143,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 130,888 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 130,888 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 121,809 miles

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

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 114,777 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 102,729 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 102,728 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2016 92,278 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 92,278 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 80,189 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 80,189 miles

Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rears (3.5.1g)

Front position lamp(s) not working nearside front side light (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 69,032 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Sep 2014 69,031 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Oct 2013 58,747 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 41,033 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 41,028 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 21 Jan 2011 35,880 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 35,880 miles

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

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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RO08 OFL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 RO08 OFL, 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 RO08 OFL registered?

RO08 OFL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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