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LX08 OWP

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

137,238 mi
Last recorded137,238 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 OWP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 137,238 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside slightly perishing . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 136,020 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 133,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 131,764 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner tie rod end slight movement

Nearside Front subframe surface corrosion

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 128,065 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive n/s drive shaft leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake lever faulty

Pass 16 Feb 2021 121,161 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 116,721 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 106,816 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Feb 2018 96,623 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Jan 2017 87,526 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 87,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 79,313 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 79,313 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 69,250 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 57,963 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 46,392 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 36,211 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 29,728 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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LX08 OWP 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 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 LX08 OWP, 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 LX08 OWP?

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What year was LX08 OWP registered?

LX08 OWP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LX08 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 OWP 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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