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SK08 RJX

2008 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,444 mi
Last recorded95,444 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 RJX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 95,444 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Feb 2024 95,438 miles

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

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

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Feb 2023 89,687 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Jan 2022 84,072 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jan 2021 79,456 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Jan 2020 76,464 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 76,462 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 70,231 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 62,997 miles

2 brake unions are corroded on the underside of the vehicle

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear brake ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts ()

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

front wipers slightly smearing screen

rear brake pads not braking on the full discs

Fail 5 Feb 2018 62,949 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

2 brake unions are corroded on the underside of the vehicle

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear brake ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts ()

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

front wipers slightly smearing screen

rear brake pads not braking on the full discs

Pass 2 Feb 2017 50,634 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 50,634 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 39,421 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,412 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 28,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 21,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2012 15,595 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Apr 2011 12,205 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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SK08 RJX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SK08 RJX, 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 SK08 RJX registered?

SK08 RJX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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