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WR08 JZT

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

140,174 mi
Last recorded140,174 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 JZT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 140,174 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 134,303 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 134,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 122,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 115,024 miles

Nearside Front Inner steering rack joint slight play

Offside Front Inner steering rack joint slight play

Fail 4 Dec 2015 115,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner steering rack joint slight play

Offside Front Inner steering rack joint slight play

bonnet safety catch not working

Pass 27 Nov 2014 97,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 76,529 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 76,529 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside headlamp output slightly poor

Pass 13 Dec 2012 59,202 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 59,202 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 45,799 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 45,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2011 40,648 miles

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

under tray loose

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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WR08 JZT is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WR08 JZT, 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 WR08 JZT registered?

WR08 JZT is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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The MOT history for WR08 JZT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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