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HV08 EWN

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,719 mi
Last recorded60,719 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 EWN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 60,719 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 55,768 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2023 52,073 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 52,072 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 48,721 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 46,945 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 45,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 42,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 39,996 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 37,819 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 35,431 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 32,745 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,916 miles

bothg rear tyres are in an advanced state of perrishing.

Fail 28 Apr 2014 29,908 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

bothg rear tyres are in an advanced state of perrishing.

Pass 20 May 2013 27,125 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 23,860 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 23,859 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 20,430 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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HV08 EWN 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 83.3%.

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 HV08 EWN, 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 HV08 EWN registered?

HV08 EWN is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is HV08 EWN safe to buy?

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