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SC08 CSZ

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,562 mi
Last recorded136,562 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 CSZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 136,562 miles

headlamp lenses slightly tarnished

slight engine oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2022 130,841 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

heat shields secured

Pass 16 Dec 2021 127,798 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 127,798 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 124,051 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 124,051 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 123,795 miles

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

Nearside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2019 118,761 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 118,761 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 109,608 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 109,608 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake excessively binding both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 97,998 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 82,146 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 82,146 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 66,332 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 54,070 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 41,765 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 29,008 miles

all 4 tyres low

Pass 14 Dec 2011 13,705 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 13,705 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 12,971 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 12,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SC08 CSZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SC08 CSZ, 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 SC08 CSZ registered?

SC08 CSZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is SC08 CSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 CSZ shows 22 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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