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EJ08 MKL

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,262 mi
Last recorded16,262 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 MKL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 16,262 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 16,203 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 16,104 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 16,051 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 16,002 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 15,917 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 15,700 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 15,251 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 15,251 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,835 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perished on outer sidewall

Pass 11 Jul 2016 14,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly perrished

Pass 13 Jul 2015 13,233 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 12,759 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,204 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 11,503 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 10,999 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 10,092 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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EJ08 MKL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EJ08 MKL, 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 EJ08 MKL registered?

EJ08 MKL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EJ08 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 MKL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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