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SV08 UAY

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

78,743 mi
Last recorded78,743 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UAY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 78,743 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 77,093 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 77,093 miles

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb in wrong (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 74,530 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 74,530 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 70,112 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 66,899 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 62,130 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 57,646 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 68,392 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 51,176 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 41,598 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 41,598 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 30,260 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 30,260 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 27,508 miles

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

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 4 Apr 2011 27,508 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

rear brake discs slightly worn

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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SV08 UAY is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SV08 UAY, 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

How do I check the history of SV08 UAY?

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What year was SV08 UAY registered?

SV08 UAY is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is SV08 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UAY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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