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EA08 LYJ

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,335 mi
Last recorded127,335 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 LYJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 127,335 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

slight play in front joints

Pass 26 Oct 2016 117,372 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Oct 2016 117,372 miles

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

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

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Nov 2015 105,881 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 98,951 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 98,729 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 89,132 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 68,425 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 42,659 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,426 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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EA08 LYJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EA08 LYJ, 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.

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What year was EA08 LYJ registered?

EA08 LYJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is EA08 LYJ safe to buy?

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