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SG08 JKJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,224 mi
Last recorded82,224 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 JKJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 82,224 miles

All Four Tyres Approaching the legal limit

Pass 10 Dec 2018 80,337 miles

NSF tyre has a cut in the tread

NSR brake has a slight bind

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 70,784 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 61,502 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2016 61,502 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 60,362 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 51,547 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,902 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 32,957 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 27,450 miles

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

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

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 JKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JKJ, 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 SG08 JKJ registered?

SG08 JKJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is SG08 JKJ safe to buy?

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