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WL08 DSU

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,932 mi
Last recorded141,932 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 DSU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 141,932 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 136,421 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 122,923 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 122,923 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2015 109,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 May 2015 109,190 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 May 2014 95,554 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 77,992 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 58,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,390 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 43,390 miles

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

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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WL08 DSU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WL08 DSU, 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 WL08 DSU registered?

WL08 DSU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is WL08 DSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 DSU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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