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VX08 WFT

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,240 mi
Last recorded82,240 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 WFT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 82,240 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 82,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 79,252 miles

slight play in steering rack nearside inner joint

slight play in steering rack offside inner joint

Fail 10 Oct 2016 79,252 miles

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

slight play in steering rack offside inner joint

Pass 7 Oct 2015 71,952 miles

Slight play in offside inner rack joint

nail in nearside rear tyre

play in nearside inner rack joint

Pass 2 Oct 2014 60,478 miles

slight dragging on o/s/r brake

Fail 2 Oct 2014 60,478 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight dragging on o/s/r brake

Pass 20 Apr 2013 40,654 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 40,654 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 30,228 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 29,990 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted at time of test near side rear seat belt not fully checked

Pass 7 Apr 2011 22,569 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 22,569 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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VX08 WFT is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black 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 VX08 WFT, 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

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What year was VX08 WFT registered?

VX08 WFT is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is VX08 WFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 WFT 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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