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FG08 GDX

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,953 mi
Last recorded137,953 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 GDX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2020 137,953 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 137,939 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 134,797 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 127,790 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 120,414 miles

Front both front tyres going bald on inner edges os inner steering arm has slight play

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 110,708 miles

Offside Front play in steering arm

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 30 Jan 2015 99,832 miles

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

n/s/r door damaged

Pass 30 Jan 2015 99,832 miles

n/s/r door damaged

Pass 4 Feb 2014 89,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 79,755 miles

both front tyres are 3mm (legal limit is 1.6mm)

front wipers clearing the screen ok but are noisey

Pass 20 Jan 2012 70,453 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 55,370 miles

N/s/f tyre outer side wall worn.

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

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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FG08 GDX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG08 GDX, 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 FG08 GDX registered?

FG08 GDX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 GDX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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