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HN08 VGX

2008 Renault Megane · Petrol · 1998cc

Yellow Registered in Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1998cc
ColourYellow
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1998cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 50,735 miles on the clock, averaging 6,803 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 16V engine is known for dephaser pulley. Common Renault Megane issues include electrical system and suspension bushings and links.

MOT & Mileage History for HN08 VGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,735
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
6,803

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading50,735 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,803
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HN08 VGX 12k21k31k41k51k '11'17'16

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,735 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,733 miles
Since last MOT+114 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,619 miles
Since last MOT+13,476 miles
PASS
Mileage37,143 miles
Since last MOT+4,104 miles
PASS
Mileage33,039 miles
Since last MOT+11,284 miles
PASS
Mileage21,755 miles
Since last MOT+4,306 miles
PASS
Mileage17,449 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage11,676 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

Dephaser pulley (VVT actuator on intake cam)

Internal plastic vanes wear and break up, causing the pulley to fail.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 VGX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1998cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HN08 VGX

What car is HN08 VGX?

HN08 VGX is an yellow Renault Megane, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HN08 VGX?

The last recorded mileage for HN08 VGX was 50,735 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HN08 VGX passed its MOT?

HN08 VGX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2017.

Is HN08 VGX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN08 VGX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is HN08 VGX?

HN08 VGX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.