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SG08 HCC

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,631 mi
Last recorded137,631 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 HCC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2021 137,631 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Radiator Support Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

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

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both N/S/R & O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 129,064 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 117,722 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 110,504 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 100,779 miles

wear in n/s/f track rod

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 100,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

oil level low

wear in n/s/f track rod

Pass 27 Mar 2015 89,106 miles

wear in nsf steering rack

Fail 27 Mar 2015 89,106 miles

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

rewar brake discs heavilly corroded and pitted/

wear in nsf steering rack

Pass 28 Mar 2014 73,777 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 58,296 miles

front brake pads worn

slight wear in n/s/f track rod

slight wear n/s/f ballboint

Pass 9 Mar 2012 43,216 miles

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

all 4x tyres worn close to legal limit

o/s/f window inop

Pass 18 Mar 2011 28,740 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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SG08 HCC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG08 HCC, 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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SG08 HCC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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