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BF08 NYL

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,918 mi
Last recorded86,918 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 NYL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 86,918 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 80,901 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 80,898 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 73,390 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 73,383 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 67,671 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 66,758 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 66,757 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 66,419 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 65,366 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 60,486 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 56,875 miles

Corrosion to bottom coils of rear springs.

Rear tyres wearing low.

Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,361 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 51,361 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Mar 2016 46,718 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 42,425 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 38,190 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 33,066 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,141 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,408 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 23,408 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BF08 NYL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 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 BF08 NYL, 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 18 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 BF08 NYL registered?

BF08 NYL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BF08 NYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 NYL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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