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SN57 LXD

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,763 mi
Last recorded83,763 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN57 LXD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 83,763 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 83,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

service light on

Pass 16 Sep 2016 74,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Sep 2016 74,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 29 Jul 2015 65,955 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

slight play in steering rack nearside

Pass 29 Jul 2015 65,955 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight play in steering rack nearside

Fail 3 Sep 2014 64,942 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 64,942 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 59,765 miles

os track rod end worn oil leak from engine

Fail 15 Feb 2013 55,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 55,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 36,031 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 36,031 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 24,268 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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SN57 LXD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SN57 LXD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN57 LXD registered?

SN57 LXD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is SN57 LXD safe to buy?

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