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LO08 GHF

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

104,256 mi
Last recorded104,256 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 GHF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 104,256 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 May 2019 104,255 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 92,861 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb missing and holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

nearside and offside front wipers poor aero deck blades fitted

Fail 21 May 2018 92,861 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb missing and holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

nearside and offside front wipers poor aero deck blades fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2017 88,819 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 88,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 82,929 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 82,926 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 76,179 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

STRONG ADVISE PLAY NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT INNER RACKENDS

damage to nearside outer sill

Fail 4 Jun 2015 76,179 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

STRONG ADVISE PLAY NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT INNER RACKENDS

damage to nearside outer sill

Pass 30 May 2014 65,659 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 65,659 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

PLAY NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT INNER RACKENDS

damage nearside outer sill

service light on

Pass 22 May 2013 58,285 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2013 58,285 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 47,249 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 34,924 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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LO08 GHF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 LO08 GHF, 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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LO08 GHF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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