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EK08 ZXP

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

56,313 mi
Last recorded56,313 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 ZXP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 56,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 51,584 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2022 51,507 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) not working Both Sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2021 45,800 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2021

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 41,785 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 41,785 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 40,939 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jun 2018 40,200 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 May 2017 38,057 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)

Fail 24 May 2017 38,057 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit minor cracking (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit minor cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 36,628 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 32,918 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 32,918 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Fail 12 May 2014 30,195 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2014 30,195 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2013 25,295 miles

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Fail 16 May 2013 25,295 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

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

Front tyres have worn low & just within the legal limit (o/s wall damaged)

O/s front brake-pad worn & discs are lipping (see inner-faces)........................@'..//..........................Thanx 4ur custom

Pass 12 May 2012 22,352 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 20,054 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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EK08 ZXP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 EK08 ZXP, 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 EK08 ZXP registered?

EK08 ZXP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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