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SF08 VGO

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,446 mi
Last recorded129,446 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 VGO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 129,446 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 129,437 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 118,465 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 118,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 107,254 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 92,578 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 92,327 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 76,691 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 62,726 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 62,726 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

nearside front tyre on limit

rear brake discs thin and corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2012 49,750 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 49,750 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,649 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 36,649 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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SF08 VGO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SF08 VGO, 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 SF08 VGO registered?

SF08 VGO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SF08 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 VGO shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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