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OW08 XMV

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,460 mi
Last recorded92,460 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 XMV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 92,460 miles

Both inner steering rack ends have slight play.

Coolant bottle appears empty.

High level brake lamp inop.

Nearside Rear tyre down to the wear bars.

Pass 23 Mar 2015 65,978 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 40,548 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 40,545 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 35,228 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 32,656 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 27,228 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 20,918 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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OW08 XMV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OW08 XMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW08 XMV?

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What year was OW08 XMV registered?

OW08 XMV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is OW08 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 XMV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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