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Renault Megane

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 VWYMOT history

LR08 VWY is a black petrol Renault Megane first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

LR08 VWY black Renault Megane – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Renault Megane, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2026
Mileage
125,759 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Megane
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 VWY was last recorded at 125,759 miles on 29 May 2026, 6,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,237 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,522 miles
Average per year
6,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,759 miles
  • 2025 – 119,237 miles
  • 2024 – 112,524 miles
  • 2023 – 99,057 miles
  • 2021 – 85,309 miles
  • 2020 – 65,919 miles
  • 2019 – 65,729 miles
  • 2018 – 65,335 miles
  • 2017 – 64,139 miles
  • 2016 – 61,968 miles
  • 2015 – 58,986 miles
  • 2014 – 53,104 miles
  • 2013 – 46,759 miles
  • 2012 – 36,042 miles
  • 2011 – 26,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,759 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,759 miles (+6,522)15 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,759 miles
    Test number
    179564329774
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass119,237 miles (+6,713)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,237 miles
    Test number
    820426294726
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass112,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,524 miles
    Test number
    771717672290
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail112,524 miles (+13,467)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,524 miles
    Test number
    823551873505
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass99,057 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    869412683494
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail99,057 miles (+229)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    924338782495
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail98,828 miles (+31)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,828 miles
    Test number
    847212845852
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail98,797 miles (+13,488)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,797 miles
    Test number
    968826764824
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative Hazards also stuck on DANGEROUS (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Light switch not working at all (4.2.2 (a))

  9. Pass85,309 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,309 miles
    Test number
    433187552703
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,304 miles (+19,385)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,304 miles
    Test number
    344081894317
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass65,919 miles (+190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    65,919 miles
    Test number
    215918725576
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass65,729 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,729 miles
    Test number
    583728170557
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass65,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,335 miles
    Test number
    824377985894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play arm (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail65,335 miles (+1,196)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,335 miles
    Test number
    580446735044
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play arm (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass64,139 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,139 miles
    Test number
    768693366828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass61,968 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,968 miles
    Test number
    599605509886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,986 miles (+5,882)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,986 miles
    Test number
    249423715407
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure

  18. Pass53,104 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,104 miles
    Test number
    328547604115
    • Note*Play/wear n/s/r wheel bearing*
    • Note*Play/wear o/s/r wheel bearing*
    • NoteN/s wiper smears
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteN/s/r tyre near legal limit
    • NoteO/s/f indicator faded
    • NotePlay/wear n/s/f steering tie rod

  19. Fail53,104 miles (+6,345)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,104 miles
    Test number
    265927004450
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Note*Play/wear n/s/r wheel bearing*
    • Note*Play/wear o/s/r wheel bearing*
    • NoteN/s wiper smears
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder
    • NoteN/s/r tyre near legal limit
    • NoteO/s/f indicator faded
    • NotePlay/wear n/s/f steering tie rod

  20. Pass46,759 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,759 miles
    Test number
    178177313163
    • NotePlay/wear both rear wheel bearings
    • NoteRear no plate taped on
    • NoteSlight weep n/s inner CV gaiter

  21. Fail46,755 miles (+10,713)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    459346913107
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NotePlay/wear both rear wheel bearings
    • NoteRear no plate taped on
    • NoteSlight weep n/s inner CV gaiter

  22. Pass36,042 miles (+9,817)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    409640212165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,225 miles
    Test number
    395895501104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VWY

Does LR08 VWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VWY expired on 30 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VWY?
The MOT on LR08 VWY expired on 30 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VWY done?
LR08 VWY was recorded at 125,759 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 6,582 miles a year.
Has LR08 VWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VWY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 VWY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 VWY find?
LR08 VWY failed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 15 major defects and 1 minor defect: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 13 more.

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