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EF08 WXP

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

66,901 mi
Last recorded66,901 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 WXP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2024 66,901 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2023 66,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% STRONG ADVICE (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both STRONG ADVICE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 65,704 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Feb 2022 65,704 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2021 64,232 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jan 2021 64,232 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Jul 2019 63,438 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 62,827 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 60,453 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside rear tyre wearing on inside. Screw in tyre.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 51,989 miles

Nearside Rear low tread

Offside Front cut in tread

Pass 21 Jul 2015 42,764 miles

cuts in n/s/f sidewall

Fail 21 Jul 2015 42,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

cuts in n/s/f sidewall

Pass 17 Jul 2014 33,246 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 25,960 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 19,359 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,983 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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EF08 WXP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EF08 WXP, 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 EF08 WXP registered?

EF08 WXP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is EF08 WXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 WXP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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