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SF57 OTJ

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

74,787 mi
Last recorded74,787 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 OTJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2021 74,787 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 69,640 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 65,090 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 65,090 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s inner steering tie bar has slight play in balljoint

o/s rear tyre has splits between tread

Pass 16 May 2017 61,579 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 May 2017 61,579 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 55,618 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 55,614 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 51,428 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 51,428 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 46,792 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 40,947 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 40,947 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 34,209 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 28,183 miles

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

rear discs worn

Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,096 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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SF57 OTJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SF57 OTJ, 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 SF57 OTJ registered?

SF57 OTJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is SF57 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF57 OTJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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