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ML08 UKR

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,998 mi
Last recorded132,998 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 UKR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 132,998 miles

General corrosion under the vehicle

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Under tray fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2024 128,043 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 128,041 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 121,085 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 121,085 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 117,007 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2022 117,007 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 113,782 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 109,056 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 108,874 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 105,094 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 101,887 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2017 101,887 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 93,529 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2016 93,529 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 83,363 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2015 83,363 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 74,111 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 65,797 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 58,982 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 58,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 47,241 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 39,670 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 39,472 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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ML08 UKR is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 ML08 UKR, 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 ML08 UKR registered?

ML08 UKR is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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