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LV08 LXA

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

162,596 mi
Last recorded162,596 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 LXA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 162,596 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 154,322 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 147,504 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 140,530 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 133,551 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (oil leak from engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 128,672 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 120,181 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 111,599 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 101,877 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 91,558 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 82,788 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 72,452 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 62,684 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2012 50,735 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 May 2011 39,271 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 39,271 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear 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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LV08 LXA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LXA, 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

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What year was LV08 LXA registered?

LV08 LXA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is LV08 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 LXA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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