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WF08 WAE

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

160,588 mi
Last recorded160,588 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WAE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 160,588 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired light lens slight crack (1.5.1c)

Fail 24 Sep 2016 160,588 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired light lens slight crack (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 147,543 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 128,018 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 128,018 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 110,548 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 88,906 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 88,905 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 84,955 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Engine oil low

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2011 56,107 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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WF08 WAE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WF08 WAE, 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 WF08 WAE registered?

WF08 WAE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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