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WF08 WBU

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

110,712 mi
Last recorded110,712 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WBU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 110,712 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 110,712 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 107,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 107,473 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 100,868 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 92,633 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 92,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 84,473 miles

Cover around handbrake lever broken

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 84,473 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Cover around handbrake lever broken

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 72,036 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 66,039 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2016 66,039 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 62,575 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 57,054 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 75,277 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2013 75,277 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 41,425 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

button cover missing on handbrake lever

Fail 31 May 2012 41,425 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

button cover missing on handbrake lever

Pass 2 Jun 2011 33,956 miles

cap missing on handbrake button

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 WBU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 WBU, 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 WBU registered?

WF08 WBU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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