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PL08 KVV

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

55,991 mi
Last recorded55,991 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 KVV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 55,991 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 55,961 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 55,943 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 55,943 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 55,899 miles

Nearside steering rack inner joint has slight play

Fail 3 Jul 2014 55,873 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 48,778 miles

N/S/F tyre sidewall splitting.

Slight play N/S steering rack.

Fail 17 Jun 2013 48,778 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

N/S/F tyre sidewall splitting.

Slight play N/S steering rack.

Pass 29 Jun 2012 43,026 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 42,930 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,502 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 33,500 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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PL08 KVV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PL08 KVV, 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 PL08 KVV registered?

PL08 KVV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is PL08 KVV safe to buy?

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