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EX08 LHU

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

114,348 mi
Last recorded114,348 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 LHU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 114,348 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 114,348 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 105,552 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2016 105,551 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working both side rear (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side rear (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 98,196 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 98,196 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 91,065 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 79,418 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)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 72,494 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 72,078 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 107,573 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 94,425 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 94,425 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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EX08 LHU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 EX08 LHU, 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 EX08 LHU registered?

EX08 LHU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is EX08 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 LHU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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