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EX08 LJF

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

118,524 mi
Last recorded118,524 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 118,524 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 114,106 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 112,156 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 112,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 109,436 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 104,095 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 104,095 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 99,462 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 92,472 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 92,472 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 86,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres perishing between treads

Pass 11 Nov 2014 86,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres perishing between treads

Pass 21 Nov 2013 81,672 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 72,109 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 64,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine oil low

Pass 18 Feb 2011 50,062 miles

N/S Registration plate light dim

Fail 18 Feb 2011 50,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

N/S Registration plate light dim

Unable to check N/S headlamp aim due to bulb inop

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 LJF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 EX08 LJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 LJF registered?

EX08 LJF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is EX08 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 LJF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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