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PE08 HXZ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

127,691 mi
Last recorded127,691 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 HXZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 127,691 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 117,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera ()

Fail 1 Mar 2018 117,993 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc not attached (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera ()

Pass 24 Feb 2017 106,868 miles

Central Rear seat belt clasp casing missing

Fail 24 Feb 2017 106,868 miles

Central Rear seat belt clasp casing missing

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 94,625 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 82,743 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 82,743 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 70,723 miles

both rear wheels stiff to turn

Fail 21 Feb 2014 70,717 miles

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

both rear wheels stiff to turn

Pass 25 Feb 2013 56,903 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 56,903 miles

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

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)

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

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)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 44,131 miles

slight uneven wear on front tyres advise tracking

Pass 28 Feb 2011 31,348 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 HXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PE08 HXZ, 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 PE08 HXZ registered?

PE08 HXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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