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SG08 XTE

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,101 mi
Last recorded137,101 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 137,101 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded slightly. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 119,253 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 115,771 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front cv gaitors are held on with tie wraps but secure at time of test (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on vehicle (3.5.1i)

brakes service and parking brake have just made brake effort all brakes will require attention

Fail 24 Nov 2016 115,769 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 106,383 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 94,844 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 81,388 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 81,376 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

service due (light on dash)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 67,595 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 67,595 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 54,652 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 54,097 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 XTE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 SG08 XTE, 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 XTE registered?

SG08 XTE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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