2008 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · EK08 GWN
2008 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 123,534 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,534 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK08 GWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 123,534 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK08 GWN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Renault Megane (EK08 GWN) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Steering (8 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
EK08 GWN Mileage History
- 09/08/2022120,300 mi
- 08/08/2023121,322 mi+1,022 mi
- 28/08/2024122,314 mi+992 mi
- 15/08/2025122,764 mi+450 mi
- 19/08/2026123,534 mi+770 mi
Average of roughly 803 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Megane Mk2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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