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AM08 LYN

2009 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

97,308 mi
Last recorded97,308 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Megane69,942 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 LYN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 97,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 87,968 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 87,968 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 79,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 70,204 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 61,031 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 61,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 53,341 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 47,483 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 41,113 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 41,113 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 37,952 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 7 Nov 2016 36,752 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Fail 7 Nov 2016 36,752 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 35,803 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,990 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 32,630 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 29,026 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 29,000 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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AM08 LYN is a 2009 Renault Megane in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM08 LYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 LYN registered?

AM08 LYN is a 2009 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is AM08 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 LYN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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