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SB08 PXN

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,027 mi
Last recorded38,027 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 PXN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,027 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre splitting

Offside Front tie bar worn

Offside Rear worn on inner and outside edge and 3m and splitting

Fail 28 Apr 2017 38,027 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre splitting

Offside Front tie bar worn

Offside Rear worn on inner and outside edge and 3m and splitting

Pass 28 Apr 2016 33,665 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2015 29,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2015 29,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 26,417 miles

both front brake discs lipped slightly

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 22 Apr 2014 26,417 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both front brake discs lipped slightly

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 27 Apr 2013 22,858 miles

child seat fitted nsr seat

Fail 27 Apr 2013 22,858 miles

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

child seat fitted nsr seat

rear discs lipped and corroded

rear pads worn low

Pass 15 Apr 2012 18,868 miles

accident damage to offside front

front discs slightly corroded and worn

rear discs corroded and slightly worn

rear tyres slightly worn on eges

surface corrosion to exhaust

wipers smearing

Pass 29 Apr 2011 14,888 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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SB08 PXN is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SB08 PXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB08 PXN registered?

SB08 PXN is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is SB08 PXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 PXN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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