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SB57 XVK

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,997 mi
Last recorded64,997 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 XVK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 64,997 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Mountings broken (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Light intensity reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No visible pattern on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Joint has excessive movement, but as it is not possible to determine the size of ball joint, the benefit of doubt is being given to the presenter ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No visible pattern on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 64,997 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Mountings broken (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Light intensity reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No visible pattern on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Joint has excessive movement, but as it is not possible to determine the size of ball joint, the benefit of doubt is being given to the presenter ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No visible pattern on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 64,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))

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

both front shock absorber badly corroded

both rear shock absorber corroded

front brake imbalance on 29% limit 30%

n/s/r alloy wheel damaged

Pass 19 Oct 2018 49,592 miles

n/s track arm ( drum stick ) has movement

Fail 19 Oct 2018 49,589 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

n/s track arm ( drum stick ) has movement

Pass 6 Nov 2017 38,425 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 38,425 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 32,752 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 25,715 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 25,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,866 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 21,866 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 15,284 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 15,294 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

nearside mirror damage

Pass 19 Jan 2011 4,501 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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SB57 XVK is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SB57 XVK, 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 SB57 XVK registered?

SB57 XVK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 February 2008.

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