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SK08 UVU

2008 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,765 mi
Last recorded47,765 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2023 47,765 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 41,302 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Jan 2022 41,302 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside brake disc warped (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 36,608 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 36,604 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 27,338 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 26,795 miles

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall perished

Pass 28 Jun 2017 28,162 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 25,562 miles

vehicle over due servicing

Pass 22 Jun 2015 22,895 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 17,611 miles

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 28 Jun 2013 14,455 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 8,830 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 7,860 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,860 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 UVU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UVU, 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 UVU registered?

SK08 UVU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is SK08 UVU safe to buy?

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