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VE08 VKG

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,418 mi
Last recorded94,418 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 VKG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 94,418 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 93,881 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 91,974 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 88,752 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 88,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 83,140 miles

both rear tyres edge wear

Fail 3 Jul 2015 83,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres edge wear

Pass 17 Mar 2014 74,652 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 74,118 miles

slight inbalance on both front brakes

Fail 10 Oct 2013 74,118 miles

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

slight inbalance on both front brakes

Pass 21 Sep 2012 69,547 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 69,547 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 65,865 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 64,811 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 64,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front disc's are also close to manufacture minimum thickness

Rear brake pad's are wearing thin and will need changing soon

Rear disc's are also close to manufacture minimum thickness

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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VE08 VKG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VE08 VKG, 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 VE08 VKG registered?

VE08 VKG is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is VE08 VKG safe to buy?

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