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DF08 CXZ

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,529 mi
Last recorded121,529 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 CXZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 121,529 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 111,899 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 111,895 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 109,959 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 109,959 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 96,223 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

play in n/s inner track rod

wipers smearing

Fail 10 Aug 2015 96,223 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

play in n/s inner track rod

wipers smearing

Pass 1 Aug 2014 79,914 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

body damage to o/s rear door & arch

n/s inner rack joint play

wipers smear

Pass 31 Jul 2013 61,021 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 61,021 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 43,078 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

o/s rear wheel tight to rotate by hand, slight brake bind.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 23,943 miles

Both fornt tyres worn on edges

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

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

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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DF08 CXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel 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 DF08 CXZ, 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 DF08 CXZ registered?

DF08 CXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is DF08 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 CXZ 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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