CarVerify

Free Car Check

SW08 HCU

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

128,479 mi
Last recorded128,479 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 HCU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 128,479 miles

Central Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 128,479 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 126,779 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 125,032 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 119,722 miles

rear shocks rusty

Fail 13 Dec 2022 119,722 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear shocks rusty

Pass 20 Dec 2021 105,043 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Dec 2020 97,628 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Fail 10 Dec 2020 97,628 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

front discs in poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2019 791,612 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 79,162 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jun 2018 69,123 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Jun 2018 69,123 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 65,249 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2017 65,249 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 49,002 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both low on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in N/S/F steering arm

Pass 22 Jun 2015 36,741 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,957 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2013 349,001 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 34,897 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 33,512 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,405 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

front discs slightly pitted

rear discs slightly pitted

Fail 22 Aug 2011 31,402 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

front discs slightly pitted

rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 27 May 2011 30,456 miles

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

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

discs and pads slightly deteriorated

Fail 27 May 2011 30,456 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

discs and pads slightly deteriorated

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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SW08 HCU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 SW08 HCU, 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 SW08 HCU?

You can check the full history of SW08 HCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW08 HCU registered?

SW08 HCU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 May 2008.

Is SW08 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 HCU shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 HCU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SW08 HCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.