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SB08 KMZ

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

102,022 mi
Last recorded102,022 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 KMZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 102,022 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre heavy edge wear no cords showing at time of test + worn3/4mm

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front tyre edge wear

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (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) ()

Fail 23 Nov 2023 102,021 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged sensor detached (1.6 (e))

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre heavy edge wear no cords showing at time of test + worn3/4mm

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front tyre edge wear

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (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) ()

Pass 17 Nov 2022 95,631 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205/50/17 ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Nov 2022 95,629 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205/50/17 ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Nov 2021 89,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn, tread 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 83,822 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective gone hard and juddering over screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 79,488 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 75,561 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 70,164 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 65,791 miles

Covers fitted to engine and under-trays fitted. unable to check all parts

Front tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 18 Mar 2015 61,426 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 17 Mar 2015 61,425 miles

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2014 57,658 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 51,416 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 43,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 33,656 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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SB08 KMZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SB08 KMZ, 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 SB08 KMZ registered?

SB08 KMZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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