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SO57 FFV

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,921 mi
Last recorded143,921 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 FFV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 143,921 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2017 133,232 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 May 2017 133,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 123,242 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 123,237 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing clutch (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2015 92,341 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 78,666 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 78,666 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 70,717 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 61,579 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Feb 2012 61,579 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

both front brake discs pitted

both front brake discs pitted

Pass 31 Jan 2011 54,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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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SO57 FFV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SO57 FFV, 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 SO57 FFV registered?

SO57 FFV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 February 2008.

Is SO57 FFV safe to buy?

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