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LM08 MZV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

100,127 mi
Last recorded100,127 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 MZV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 100,127 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 100,127 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 94,051 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 93,930 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 90,335 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 88,329 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 88,329 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 81,235 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 81,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 75,720 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 75,720 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 67,700 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 67,700 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 61,180 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 54,880 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 54,880 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 47,195 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 47,192 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 36,344 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 36,344 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 26,213 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 26,213 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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LM08 MZV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM08 MZV, 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 LM08 MZV registered?

LM08 MZV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 April 2008.

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