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GU08 LVP

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,563 mi
Last recorded84,563 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 LVP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 84,563 miles

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

all over general under body corrosion

Pass 20 Nov 2018 80,953 miles

Rear coil springs are corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2017 77,169 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Nov 2017 77,169 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,487 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 72,487 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 65,072 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 65,072 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 57,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Nov 2014 57,428 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 49,460 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 41,085 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 32,588 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,093 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 26,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GU08 LVP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU08 LVP, 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 GU08 LVP registered?

GU08 LVP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is GU08 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 LVP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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