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WU08 BXE

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,351 mi
Last recorded123,351 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 BXE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 123,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

OFFSIDE DRIVE SHAFT NOISEY

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 112,813 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

n/s and o/s dip beam light output reduced

noise from n/s/f top mount

Pass 25 Mar 2021 106,359 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 106,359 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 102,809 miles

front tyres worn

n/s headlight output deteriorating

park brake 16%

steering rack/joints worn

Pass 13 Mar 2019 96,599 miles

slight play in n/s/f steering arm

Pass 16 Mar 2018 87,575 miles

n/s/r tyre limit

steering rack / inner joints worn

Fail 16 Mar 2018 87,575 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre limit

steering rack / inner joints worn

Pass 25 Mar 2017 81,685 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 73,030 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 62,573 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 53,745 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 May 2014 53,745 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 45,601 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 36,501 miles

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

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

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

offside rear tyre has age cracking

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,082 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 24,018 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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WU08 BXE is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WU08 BXE, 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 WU08 BXE registered?

WU08 BXE is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is WU08 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 BXE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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