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DG08 GXB

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

128,089 mi
Last recorded128,089 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 GXB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 128,089 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 128,088 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2025 126,719 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 126,719 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 124,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2024 124,835 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 122,496 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2023 122,496 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 117,433 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres 3mm, N/S/F wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 111,958 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 107,052 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 107,052 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 99,887 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 92,750 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 86,526 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 77,522 miles

Nearside Rear tyre valve stem deteriated

Offside Front steering rack has slight play in inner joint

Fail 22 Feb 2016 77,522 miles

Nearside Rear tyre valve stem deteriated

Offside Front steering rack has slight play in inner joint

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 67,286 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 58,336 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 58,336 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 49,862 miles

slight play in steering arms

Pass 14 Feb 2012 38,974 miles

Rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,339 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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DG08 GXB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 DG08 GXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 GXB registered?

DG08 GXB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is DG08 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 GXB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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