2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 models manufactured in 2008, based on 46 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 MOT Analysis
The 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 has an MOT pass rate of 63.0% based on 46 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,645 miles on the odometer. With a 37.0% failure rate, the 2008 Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 8.7% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Suspension is the second most common issue at 2.2%.
Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 8.7% | 4 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 48,645 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.79 | 8.7% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.45 | 2.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 has an MOT pass rate of 63.0% based on 46 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 48,645 miles on the odometer. With a 37.0% failure rate, the 2008 Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 48,645 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 8.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 8.7% of MOT failures on 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 2.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 2008 Renault Megane Extreme Ii Vvt 111 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.