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MT08 GAX

2008 Renault Megane · Diesel · 1461cc

Gold Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGold
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 128,979 miles on the clock, averaging 9,083 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 MT08 GAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,979
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,083

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading128,979 miles
Reading date
Miles last year398
Average per year9,083
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT08 GAX 23k49k76k102k129k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,979 miles
Since last MOT+398 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,581 miles
Since last MOT+10,544 miles
PASS
Mileage118,037 miles
Since last MOT+2,514 miles
PASS
Mileage115,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,523 miles
Since last MOT+2,627 miles
PASS
Mileage112,896 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,867 miles
Since last MOT+4,062 miles
PASS
Mileage108,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,805 miles
Since last MOT+7,693 miles
PASS
Mileage101,112 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage94,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,101 miles
PASS
Mileage86,833 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,833 miles
Since last MOT+12,902 miles
PASS
Mileage73,931 miles
Since last MOT+14,498 miles
PASS
Mileage59,433 miles
Since last MOT+17,692 miles
PASS
Mileage41,741 miles
Since last MOT+18,278 miles
PASS
Mileage23,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,463 miles
Since last MOT+924 miles
PASS
Mileage22,539 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

RegistrationMT08 GAX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MT08 GAX

What car is MT08 GAX?

MT08 GAX is an gold Renault Megane, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MT08 GAX?

The last recorded mileage for MT08 GAX was 128,979 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT08 GAX passed its MOT?

MT08 GAX has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2023.

Is MT08 GAX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 GAX 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 MT08 GAX?

MT08 GAX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.