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LX08 OVL

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,895 mi
Last recorded61,895 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 OVL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 61,895 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 61,895 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 59,834 miles

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

Nearside Front slight play detected nearside front wheel

Pass 7 Oct 2016 47,603 miles

play in nsf steering

Fail 7 Oct 2016 47,603 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

play in nsf steering

Fail 14 Aug 2015 36,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

bodywork damage n/s rear quater /arch aerea

rear brake pads app limit

Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,375 miles

bodywork damage n/s rear quater /arch aerea

rear brake pads app limit

Pass 7 Jul 2014 25,699 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 25,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2014 25,601 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 21,717 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 17,097 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LX08 OVL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX08 OVL, 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 LX08 OVL registered?

LX08 OVL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is LX08 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 OVL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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