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LV08 OXL

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,991 mi
Last recorded56,991 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 OXL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 56,991 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 55,095 miles

Front INNER TIE ROD ARMS BOTH SIDES

Pass 5 Jan 2024 52,704 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 50,988 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 50,988 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 48,833 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 48,833 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 46,640 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 44,914 miles

slight play n/s/f steering arm

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

n/s/r brake pad low , unevenly worn

Pass 5 Feb 2019 42,617 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 40,131 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 37,468 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 34,643 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 30,264 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 26,112 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 22,351 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 18,690 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 14,616 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 OXL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OXL, 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 LV08 OXL registered?

LV08 OXL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is LV08 OXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 OXL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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