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AB08 XLE

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,995 mi
Last recorded148,995 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 XLE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 148,995 miles

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

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2019 143,484 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 30 Jul 2019 143,484 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Jul 2018 134,286 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 screews ()

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

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2017 121,889 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 109,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Jul 2016 109,647 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Jul 2015 96,822 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 85,590 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 73,084 miles

N/s/r brake binding slightly.

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

Slight play in n/s/f steering co-axial joint.

Fail 12 Jul 2013 72,948 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/s/r brake binding slightly.

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

Slight play in n/s/f steering co-axial joint.

Pass 13 Jul 2012 60,679 miles

O/s/r brake binding.

Slight play in n/s/f steering co-axial joint.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 47,953 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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AB08 XLE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AB08 XLE, 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 AB08 XLE registered?

AB08 XLE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 June 2008.

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The MOT history for AB08 XLE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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