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LX08 WYU

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

105,456 mi
Last recorded105,456 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 WYU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 105,456 miles

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

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

both top mounts making noise but no play

Pass 3 Mar 2021 100,920 miles

o/s dip beam light intensity reduced

rear brakes worn

washers poor

Pass 17 Feb 2020 97,534 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 93,965 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 93,965 miles

Drive belt so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2018 87,212 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 87,209 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 80,961 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front tyres worn on outer edges of tread

Pass 7 Mar 2016 74,246 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 74,246 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 74,143 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 67,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 59,314 miles

slight damage to n/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 26 Feb 2013 51,782 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Feb 2012 41,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 31,596 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 31,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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 WYU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WYU, 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 WYU registered?

LX08 WYU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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