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SC08 VRD

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,593 mi
Last recorded77,593 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 VRD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 77,593 miles

Coil spring corroded n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 77,593 miles

Coil spring corroded n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 62,444 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both ~Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 62,444 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both ~Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 55,766 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 56,960 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 52,501 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,264 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 46,896 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 43,543 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 43,543 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 40,872 miles

rear brake discs very corroded on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2014 38,293 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 34,587 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 30,237 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 27,746 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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SC08 VRD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol 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 SC08 VRD, 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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SC08 VRD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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