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GL08 FUU

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

96,777 mi
Last recorded96,777 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FUU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 96,777 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 82,130 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread crack (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 179,170 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 74,042 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 74,042 miles

Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight play steering joints

Pass 12 Oct 2021 70,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Oct 2021 70,401 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Oct 2020 69,471 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 68,763 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Oct 2018 65,526 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Oct 2018 65,526 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2017 63,803 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear tyre wearing outer edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear tyres on 3 mm

Pass 1 Jul 2016 57,591 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 53,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 46,917 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 39,913 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 35,401 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 25,273 miles

slight play steering both sides

Fail 19 May 2011 25,273 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play steering both sides

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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GL08 FUU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GL08 FUU, 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 GL08 FUU registered?

GL08 FUU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is GL08 FUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 FUU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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