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CU08 BVL

2008 Renault Megane · Diesel · 1461cc

White Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Renault Megane Diesel 1461cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 145,121 miles on the clock, averaging 9,654 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings). Common Renault Megane issues include electrical system and suspension bushings and links.

MOT & Mileage History for CU08 BVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,121
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,654

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,121 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year9,654
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU08 BVL 20k51k83k114k145k '11'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage145,121 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,116 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,092 miles
Since last MOT+8,181 miles
PASS
Mileage136,911 miles
Since last MOT+140 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,964 miles
PASS
Mileage128,807 miles
Since last MOT+760 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,047 miles
Since last MOT+5,457 miles
PASS
Mileage122,590 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,570 miles
Since last MOT+8,708 miles
PASS
Mileage113,862 miles
Since last MOT+11,149 miles
PASS
Mileage102,713 miles
Since last MOT+14,429 miles
PASS
Mileage88,284 miles
Since last MOT+15,380 miles
PASS
Mileage72,904 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,904 miles
Since last MOT+19,349 miles
PASS
Mileage53,555 miles
Since last MOT+2,540 miles
PASS
Mileage51,015 miles
Since last MOT+14,352 miles
PASS
Mileage36,663 miles
Since last MOT+11,657 miles
PASS
Mileage25,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,822 miles
PASS
Mileage20,184 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Renault Megane

These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Megane models (2008–2016), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Electrical system

Suspension bushings and links

Corrosion

Water ingress

Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)

Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 BVL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CU08 BVL

What car is CU08 BVL?

CU08 BVL is a white Renault Megane, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Swansea in 2008.

What is the mileage of CU08 BVL?

The last recorded mileage for CU08 BVL was 145,121 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU08 BVL passed its MOT?

CU08 BVL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 7 Feb 2024.

Is CU08 BVL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU08 BVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CU08 BVL?

CU08 BVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.