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SH08 HLF

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,719 mi
Last recorded116,719 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 HLF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 116,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear Axle corroded but not excessive

Pass 14 Jul 2023 108,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear Axle corroded but not excessive

Pass 21 Jun 2022 100,347 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working taped up (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jul 2021 95,957 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 89,845 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 89,845 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 84,147 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front has steel wheel fitted

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 84,094 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front has steel wheel fitted

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 76,033 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 76,025 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 71,071 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)

slight damage to nearside sill

slight damage to offside sill

Fail 3 Apr 2017 71,071 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight damage to nearside sill

slight damage to offside sill

Pass 6 Apr 2016 64,893 miles

condition of rear brake discs

security of towbar wiring

Pass 16 Apr 2015 58,730 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2014 50,955 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 50,955 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 42,529 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 42,529 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,118 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 33,118 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,633 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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SH08 HLF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 SH08 HLF, 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 SH08 HLF registered?

SH08 HLF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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