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SL58 HDU

2008 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

74,739 mi
Last recorded74,739 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL58 HDU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 74,739 miles

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

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

Rear brake discs deteriated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 74,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Rear brake discs deteriated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 68,965 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside/offside (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front steering arm slight play

Fail 7 Feb 2017

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside/offside (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front steering arm slight play

Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,615 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 61,612 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 45,404 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 45,314 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 43,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 43,458 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 38,146 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 32,860 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 26,868 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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SL58 HDU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SL58 HDU, 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 SL58 HDU registered?

SL58 HDU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SL58 HDU safe to buy?

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