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VU08 HJO

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,249 mi
Last recorded84,249 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 HJO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 84,249 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 84,249 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp the indicator . (4.2.3 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 74,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 74,853 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 65,527 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Mar 2021 65,527 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 59,411 miles

Nearside Front the tyre inner outer edge worn.

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front the tyre inner edge part worn.

Pass 20 Feb 2019 53,472 miles

Nearside slight play in the steering rack inner drag link.

Fail 20 Feb 2019 53,472 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside slight play in the steering rack inner drag link.

Pass 14 Mar 2018 46,962 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 43,537 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough top mount (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,526 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 40,241 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 38,357 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 36,314 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 32,951 miles

nsf rackend worn

Fail 18 Feb 2012 32,951 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nsf rackend worn

Pass 1 Mar 2011 27,391 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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VU08 HJO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU08 HJO, 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 VU08 HJO registered?

VU08 HJO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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The MOT history for VU08 HJO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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