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BL08 XPX

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,498 mi
Last recorded53,498 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 XPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 53,498 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 53,498 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 51,240 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Aug 2023 49,195 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Aug 2022 46,663 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,870 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 43,607 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,317 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 38,121 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 35,278 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 32,089 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 28,940 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 28,940 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside front (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 24,843 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 21,332 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 17,719 miles

alloys, 205/55R16 tyres, n/s/f 3mm, o/s/f 4mm, n/s/r 4.5mm,o/s/r 5mm.

Pass 15 Aug 2011 13,302 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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BL08 XPX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BL08 XPX, 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 BL08 XPX registered?

BL08 XPX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is BL08 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 XPX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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