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PE08 BFX

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

53,220 mi
Last recorded53,220 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 BFX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 53,220 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 53,220 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 49,025 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 45,942 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 43,463 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 40,839 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play ()

Fail 11 Dec 2020 40,839 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 39,221 miles

N/S/F Shock Absorber has slight Corrosion To Casing

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

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

O/S/F Shock Absorber has slight Corrosion To Casing

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower Coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked + Small Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 39,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut/Split to Cords + Cracked on Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

N/S/F Shock Absorber has slight Corrosion To Casing

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

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

O/S/F Shock Absorber has slight Corrosion To Casing

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower Coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked + Small Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 37,831 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several Small Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 37,376 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2017 37,376 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 34,501 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 34,501 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 31,495 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 29,674 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 27,328 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 27,328 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 24,733 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 21,335 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 21,335 miles

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

nsf wiper starting to rip.

Pass 11 Jan 2011 18,167 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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PE08 BFX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PE08 BFX, 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

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What year was PE08 BFX registered?

PE08 BFX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is PE08 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 BFX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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