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HV08 ZCX

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,391 mi
Last recorded54,391 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 ZCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 54,391 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 53,811 miles

Offside Front headlamp dipped beam pattern dim

Pass 24 Oct 2023 53,181 miles

offside front headlamp aim dim

Pass 4 Oct 2022 52,626 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 51,935 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 51,106 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 50,911 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear lower (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) wheel to steering rack slight play ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play wheel bearing play (strong advise) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlight beam image slightly dim

Offside Front side light dim

Pass 11 May 2019 49,001 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front side light slightly dim

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted wheel rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre has got a nail in tyre tread ()

Offside Front headlight beam image slightly dim

Pass 24 May 2018 47,022 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 47,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 42,201 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 38,813 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 38,813 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and o/s/f outer (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 36,066 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 36,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 33,063 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake disc's slightly corroded on inside

Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,731 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 29,731 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 26,706 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 26,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 20,605 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 ZCX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ZCX, 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 ZCX registered?

HV08 ZCX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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The MOT history for HV08 ZCX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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