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FM57 LXW

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,260 mi
Last recorded43,260 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 LXW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 43,260 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 42,056 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 40,988 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 39,652 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,155 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 38,150 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 36,815 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 34,776 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 32,266 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 32,212 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 30,308 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 28,446 miles

small stone chip in front windscreen

Pass 21 Mar 2014 24,636 miles

offside front tyre tread inner edge starting to wear

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 19 Mar 2013 20,910 miles

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,092 miles

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 21 Jan 2011 12,881 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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FM57 LXW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FM57 LXW, 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

How do I check the history of FM57 LXW?

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What year was FM57 LXW registered?

FM57 LXW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is FM57 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 LXW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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