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SP08 XJA

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,392 mi
Last recorded40,392 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 XJA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 40,392 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on or just above the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55 16 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 40,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on or just above the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55 16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,313 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,714 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2014 26,375 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 21,286 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Fail 8 May 2013 21,286 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 14,815 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 14,815 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 8,313 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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SP08 XJA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SP08 XJA, 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 SP08 XJA registered?

SP08 XJA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is SP08 XJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 XJA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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