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LX08 PFE

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,695 mi
Last recorded123,695 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 PFE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 123,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Alignment Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected By Indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Alignment Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected By Indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2020 123,606 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Alignment Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected By Indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Alignment Wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Affected By Indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 114,219 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 106,790 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 95,908 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 95,908 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 85,539 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 76,134 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 68,160 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 58,513 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 48,482 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 37,201 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 PFE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 PFE, 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 PFE registered?

LX08 PFE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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