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GU08 LXG

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,785 mi
Last recorded26,785 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 LXG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 26,785 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 26,785 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 24,679 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 24,679 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 21,393 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 18,690 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 18,683 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 18,664 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 18,568 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 17,887 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 17,121 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 16,076 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 14,832 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 13,333 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 11,565 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 9,442 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 7,199 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 5,492 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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GU08 LXG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GU08 LXG, 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 LXG registered?

GU08 LXG is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is GU08 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 LXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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