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SY08 VCU

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

136,580 mi
Last recorded136,580 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 VCU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 136,580 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Mar 2018 136,578 miles

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Mar 2017 122,164 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 105,263 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 105,263 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nearside + offside (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 91,815 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 89,250 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 89,250 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 78,910 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Mar 2013 78,910 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 22 Mar 2012 61,647 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 46,616 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 46,616 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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SY08 VCU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SY08 VCU, 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 SY08 VCU registered?

SY08 VCU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SY08 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 VCU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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