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FX08 ZXV

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

163,961 mi
Last recorded163,961 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 ZXV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 163,961 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sises ()

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 152,905 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged both ()

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 152,905 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged both ()

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 140,228 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 27 Feb 2023 140,228 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 126,315 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 113,120 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jul 2019 96,575 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2019 96,574 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 84,669 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 75,406 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2017 75,397 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 61,332 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint/s

Pass 1 Jun 2015 507,862 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 May 2014 36,412 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 29,596 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 May 2013 29,595 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 May 2012 25,813 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 May 2011 21,289 miles

slight noise from offside front wheel when rotated

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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FX08 ZXV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FX08 ZXV, 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 FX08 ZXV registered?

FX08 ZXV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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