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SL58 VSF

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,597 mi
Last recorded108,597 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL58 VSF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 108,597 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50x17 Worn outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play in both inner track rods ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear piped corroded at mounting clips (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2020 105,773 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 95,965 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 95,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage headlamp lens broken and sharp (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 88,430 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres perrished

offside front headlight damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2015 87,570 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

play in nearside inner steering rack joint

rear tyres heavily cracked/deteriorated, but not exposing ply or cord

Fail 31 Oct 2015 87,570 miles

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

play in nearside inner steering rack joint

rear tyres heavily cracked/deteriorated, but not exposing ply or cord

Pass 25 Oct 2014 84,613 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 83,346 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 83,346 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 76,411 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 76,400 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 66,117 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 VSF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SL58 VSF, 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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SL58 VSF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 December 2008.

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