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LP08 XPH

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

86,941 mi
Last recorded86,941 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 XPH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 86,941 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 86,941 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 73,281 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 62,782 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 22 Sep 2017 62,782 miles

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

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 54,757 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/r brake binding

Fail 23 Sep 2016 54,757 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 1 Oct 2015 50,862 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak

Fail 1 Oct 2015 50,862 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 47,767 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Sep 2013 45,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 45,006 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2012 42,370 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,581 miles

bad damage to n/s of vehicle

o/s/ mirror glass crack

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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LP08 XPH is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LP08 XPH, 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 LP08 XPH registered?

LP08 XPH is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is LP08 XPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 XPH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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