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VKZ 4044

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,985 mi
Last recorded115,985 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 4044
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 115,985 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 115,979 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 106,967 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 75,241 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt GREASY (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing STRUT (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded BADLY (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt VERY GREASY (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing STRUT (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded BADLY (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 75,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam unable to check aim (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt GREASY (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing STRUT (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded BADLY (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt VERY GREASY (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing STRUT (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded BADLY (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 67,648 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 67,648 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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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VKZ 4044 is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VKZ 4044, 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 VKZ 4044 registered?

VKZ 4044 is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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