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GP08 FMX

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,352 mi
Last recorded30,352 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FMX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 30,352 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 29,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 27,958 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 26,166 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 1 Feb 2023 26,166 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 24,219 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 22,190 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 22,190 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 22,190 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 22,190 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 20,757 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 20,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 19,041 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 19,041 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 16,873 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 14,246 miles

Minor condensation in O/S headlight but not adversely affecting beam pattern

Pass 8 Jan 2016 12,122 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers & trays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 11,088 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front wiper blade is worn.

Pass 6 Jan 2014 9,904 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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GP08 FMX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GP08 FMX, 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 GP08 FMX registered?

GP08 FMX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is GP08 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 FMX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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