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PJ08 LHG

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,748 mi
Last recorded106,748 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 LHG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 106,748 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 106,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside steering arm has play

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 106,748 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp may need replacing beam image vertical not horizontal. (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside steering arm has play

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 98,699 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 90,270 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 90,269 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 84,991 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 78,511 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Mar 2014 68,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 68,714 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 61,517 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 61,517 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 52,262 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 42,665 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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PJ08 LHG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PJ08 LHG, 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 PJ08 LHG registered?

PJ08 LHG is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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