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R26 GPW

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,978 mi
Last recorded85,978 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 GPW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 85,978 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 85,584 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 85,218 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 82,606 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 76,123 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 73,671 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 68,673 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 60,067 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 55,694 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 44,977 miles

both rear brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

non standard steering wheel fitted without airbag

offside rear brake pads worn low

Fail 10 Feb 2015 44,977 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag missing (5.4.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 38,150 miles

slight play in nearside steering arm axial ball joint

Fail 20 Feb 2014 38,149 miles

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

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

slight play in nearside steering arm axial ball joint

Pass 19 Feb 2013 30,193 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in n/s/f steering arm

Fail 19 Feb 2013 30,193 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in n/s/f steering arm

Pass 1 Mar 2012 22,868 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 22,840 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 14,801 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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R26 GPW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R26 GPW, 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 R26 GPW registered?

R26 GPW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is R26 GPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 GPW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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