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HJ08 XLD

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,080 mi
Last recorded94,080 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 XLD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 94,080 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 94,080 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 87,394 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 80,068 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 78,951 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 76,960 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 75,039 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 73,317 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 70,105 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 70,105 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt adrift (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 65,551 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 60,609 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 55,557 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 50,432 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers door lower hinge noisy & slight play,not insecure at time of test

Pass 13 Feb 2014 44,462 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

slight play in steering rack nearside arm inner joint

Pass 15 Feb 2013 37,972 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 31,042 miles

front tyres wearing thin 2/3mm

rear tyres wearing thin 2/3mm

Pass 17 Feb 2011 22,377 miles

Both front strut top bearings noisy on lock to lock check

Play in o/s track rod arm

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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HJ08 XLD is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold 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 HJ08 XLD, 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 HJ08 XLD registered?

HJ08 XLD is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 XLD 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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