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LV08 FWX

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

101,675 mi
Last recorded101,675 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 FWX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 101,675 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

underguards fitted to front of car

Fail 13 Mar 2023 101,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

underguards fitted to front of car

Pass 7 Mar 2022 87,399 miles

General surface rust on suspension and chassis

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 82,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 80,277 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 72,596 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 64,807 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 64,803 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,236 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 49,712 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 41,557 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 34,414 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 34,414 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 21 Mar 2013 26,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 26,141 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 22,044 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 18,875 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 18,875 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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LV08 FWX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LV08 FWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV08 FWX?

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What year was LV08 FWX registered?

LV08 FWX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LV08 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 FWX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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