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DY08 VXF

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

126,135 mi
Last recorded126,135 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 VXF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 126,135 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 106,704 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 88,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre feathered on inner edge badly advise to replace

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre showing 1.6 mm on the limit advise to change (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 72,390 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 60,275 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 60,271 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 50,635 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 42,328 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 35,444 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 27,870 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,937 miles

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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DY08 VXF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DY08 VXF, 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 DY08 VXF registered?

DY08 VXF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is DY08 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 VXF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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