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LX08 PBV

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,498 mi
Last recorded43,498 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 43,498 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 33,591 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 32,039 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 32,039 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,037 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 29,569 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 27,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,769 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 22,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 21,051 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,298 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 14,361 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 PBV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PBV, 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 PBV registered?

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

Is LX08 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 PBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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