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EA08 LYF

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,117 mi
Last recorded66,117 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 LYF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 66,117 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 56,720 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 56,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 46,962 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 45,424 miles

large engine under tray fitted restricting view

Fail 20 May 2011 45,424 miles

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

large engine under tray fitted restricting view

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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EA08 LYF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EA08 LYF, 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

How do I check the history of EA08 LYF?

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What year was EA08 LYF registered?

EA08 LYF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is EA08 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 LYF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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