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FH09 XAE

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

149,802 mi
Last recorded149,802 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 XAE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 149,802 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 140,395 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 127,139 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interier (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 115,843 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 104,013 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 104,002 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 94,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,603 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 78,270 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 76,664 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 76,664 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 75,704 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on shoulders + perishing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + perishing + worn on shoulders (4.1.E.1)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Oct 2015 62,798 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 62,789 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 55,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Dec 2014 55,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 48,972 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 48,971 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

malfunction indicator illuminated

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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FH09 XAE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FH09 XAE, 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 FH09 XAE registered?

FH09 XAE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is FH09 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH09 XAE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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