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OE08 MLX

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

138,430 mi
Last recorded138,430 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 MLX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 138,430 miles

Front Play in both steering arms

Front slight oil leak from engine .

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs below minimum thickness (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2017 138,430 miles

Front Play in both steering arms

Front slight oil leak from engine .

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs below minimum thickness (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2016 130,938 miles

Front Both sides have play in steering arms

Oil leak noted

Rear Brake discs wearing thin pads good at present

Fail 13 May 2016 130,938 miles

Front Both sides have play in steering arms

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

Oil leak noted

Rear Brake discs wearing thin pads good at present

Pass 20 May 2015 115,715 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 May 2014 97,644 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jun 2013 81,807 miles

Engine slightly noisy at idle(possible idler noise or drivetrain on accessory belt noise).

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 81,807 miles

Engine slightly noisy at idle(possible idler noise or drivetrain on accessory belt noise).

Pass 11 Jun 2012 62,351 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 62,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 45,900 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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OE08 MLX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OE08 MLX, 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 OE08 MLX registered?

OE08 MLX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is OE08 MLX safe to buy?

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