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FD08 UBX

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,006 mi
Last recorded82,006 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 UBX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 82,006 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2026 82,006 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 22 May 2025 79,927 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 22 May 2025 79,927 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 29 Jan 2025 79,880 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Attachment, Bracket corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 73,173 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 67,889 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 67,889 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 60,824 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Nov 2020 57,344 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 54,225 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 54,225 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

corrosion present on front bottom engine cover plate

Pass 11 Jun 2018 50,654 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,257 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Jun 2016 41,878 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,201 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,303 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 24,143 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 18,127 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 14,073 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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FD08 UBX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD08 UBX, 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 FD08 UBX registered?

FD08 UBX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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