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GX08 EKA

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,356 mi
Last recorded117,356 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 EKA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 117,356 miles

rear discs wearing thin

slight play ns steering rack

Fail 1 Oct 2015 117,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear discs wearing thin

slight play ns steering rack

Pass 27 Sep 2014 98,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 77,503 miles

Front bumper insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 70,980 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2011 66,312 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight play in nearside steering rack end.

Pass 30 Sep 2011 66,312 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in nearside steering rack end.

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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GX08 EKA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GX08 EKA, 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 GX08 EKA registered?

GX08 EKA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GX08 EKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 EKA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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