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WF08 HXU

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,613 mi
Last recorded106,613 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 HXU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2025 106,613 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 103,486 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 103,278 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 97,406 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 97,347 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2022 93,195 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 90,224 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 90,172 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019
Fail 26 Oct 2019 83,607 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 79,189 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 73,791 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 May 2016 67,516 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 May 2015 60,142 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 31 Mar 2014 54,478 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 49,601 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 49,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,690 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2011 33,171 miles

offside rear brake slightly tight

Fail 30 Apr 2011 33,171 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake slightly tight

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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WF08 HXU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WF08 HXU, 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 WF08 HXU registered?

WF08 HXU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is WF08 HXU safe to buy?

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