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VU08 HVX

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

80,845 mi
Last recorded80,845 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 HVX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 80,845 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 78,632 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 76,387 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 76,387 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 74,505 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 74,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 70,607 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim outer bead (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre shows uneven wear on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6+mm SERIOUSLY WORN; IN POOR CONDITION (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s and n/s ()

engine bay cover and under trays fitted; obscuring testable items

hub caps fitted; wheel retainers not checked

noise from upper engine on high idle

suspect front and rear brake pads worn very low

Pass 10 Mar 2016 63,265 miles

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

Nearside Front inner rack joint has slight movement

Nearside Rear tyre perished cuts in tread

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

Offside Front inner rack joint has slight movement

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear tyre perished cuts in tread

unable to inspect various components due to engine covers fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2016 63,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front inner rack joint has slight movement

Nearside Rear tyre perished cuts in tread

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

Offside Front inner rack joint has slight movement

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear tyre perished cuts in tread

unable to inspect various components due to engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2015 54,979 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 48,953 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 41,344 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 41,344 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 33,952 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 30,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,957 miles

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

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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VU08 HVX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VU08 HVX, 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 VU08 HVX registered?

VU08 HVX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is VU08 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 HVX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU08 HVX have outstanding finance?

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