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GV08 TXX

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,879 mi
Last recorded84,879 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 TXX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 84,879 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Oct 2020 84,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s n/s ()

Pass 4 Oct 2019 79,878 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 74,583 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Sep 2017 70,435 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 67,134 miles

Crack in screen

Fail 19 Sep 2016 67,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Crack in screen

Pass 2 Sep 2015 61,919 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 58,306 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 58,306 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 48,086 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 40,145 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 30,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GV08 TXX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV08 TXX, 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

How do I check the history of GV08 TXX?

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What year was GV08 TXX registered?

GV08 TXX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is GV08 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 TXX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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