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SD08 LWZ

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,923 mi
Last recorded117,923 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 LWZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 117,923 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 111,806 miles

brake pipes corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2018 111,806 miles

Nearside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake pipes corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2017 103,410 miles

front brake discs worn

osf tyre wearing low

Pass 17 Apr 2016 97,536 miles

both rear brakes have a slight bind

corrosion to brake discs

Pass 30 Jun 2014 89,897 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 89,826 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 May 2013 83,977 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 83,977 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2012 71,157 miles

o/s/f wiper blade torn

spare wheel fitted at o/s/r

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front discs lipped

o/s/f wheel has slight buckle

Pass 20 Apr 2011 54,785 miles

rear centre seat belt press missing

Fail 20 Apr 2011 54,785 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear centre seat belt press missing

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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SD08 LWZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SD08 LWZ, 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 SD08 LWZ registered?

SD08 LWZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is SD08 LWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 LWZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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