2008 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · LX08 KWO
2008 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08 May 2008. Recorded mileage 87,626 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,626 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX08 KWO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2026
- 87,626 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LX08 KWO 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 (LX08 KWO) between March 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))”.
LX08 KWO Mileage History
- 11/03/202383,439 mi
- 23/04/202485,531 mi+2,092 mi
- 27/11/202587,612 mi+2,081 mi
- 09/01/202687,624 mi+12 mi
- 12/01/202687,626 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 1,473 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: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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