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PL08 XHB

2008 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,720 mi
Last recorded75,720 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 XHB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 75,720 miles

High level brake light not working

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 75,622 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

High level brake light not working

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 73,699 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 69,410 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 63,759 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 59,159 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 53,808 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 48,335 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 43,102 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 37,337 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 31,993 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,412 miles

nearside front steering arm slight movement

nearside front tyre at legal req of 1.6mm and badly splitting in tread

nearside rear tyre splitting in tread

Fail 3 Jun 2011 28,412 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

nearside front steering arm slight movement

nearside front tyre at legal req of 1.6mm and badly splitting in tread

nearside rear tyre splitting in tread

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 XHB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PL08 XHB, 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 PL08 XHB registered?

PL08 XHB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 July 2008.

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The MOT history for PL08 XHB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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