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DV08 WXZ

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,358 mi
Last recorded135,358 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 WXZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 135,358 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 135,358 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2019 125,666 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2018 118,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under car covers fitted not allowing full inspection

nearside rear tyre stepped on inner edge 205/55r16

Pass 6 May 2017 110,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 99,566 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 84,277 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 84,253 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 71,931 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2013 60,932 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 48,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 May 2012 48,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2011 33,709 miles

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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DV08 WXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel 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 DV08 WXZ, 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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DV08 WXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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