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LJ08 PDO

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,124 mi
Last recorded42,124 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 PDO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 42,124 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 24,825 miles

Front pads wearing

Pass 13 May 2019 23,834 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 21,994 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 21,994 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2017 20,931 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 19,420 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 18,389 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)

Pass 7 May 2014 17,382 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)

Fail 7 May 2014 17,382 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,694 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 13,964 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 11,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2011 11,814 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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LJ08 PDO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LJ08 PDO, 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 LJ08 PDO registered?

LJ08 PDO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is LJ08 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 PDO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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