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PL08 ARU

2008 Renault Megane · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 79,567 miles on the clock, averaging 8,084 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Megane issues include electrical system and suspension bushings and links.

MOT & Mileage History for PL08 ARU

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,084

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading79,567 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,764
Average per year8,084
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL08 ARU 18k33k49k64k80k '11'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,764 miles
PASS
Mileage74,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,803 miles
Since last MOT+6,763 miles
PASS
Mileage68,040 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,040 miles
Since last MOT+7,941 miles
PASS
Mileage60,099 miles
Since last MOT+8,959 miles
PASS
Mileage51,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,140 miles
Since last MOT+10,131 miles
PASS
Mileage41,009 miles
Since last MOT+10,034 miles
PASS
Mileage30,975 miles
Since last MOT+11,180 miles
PASS
Mileage19,795 miles
Since last MOT+1,651 miles
PASS
Mileage18,144 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,143 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

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 ARU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PL08 ARU

What car is PL08 ARU?

PL08 ARU is a silver Renault Megane, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL08 ARU?

The last recorded mileage for PL08 ARU was 79,567 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL08 ARU passed its MOT?

PL08 ARU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2018.

Is PL08 ARU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 ARU 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 PL08 ARU?

PL08 ARU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.