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EX08 YMW

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,141 mi
Last recorded72,141 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 YMW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 72,141 miles

Offside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2018 72,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 65,334 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 May 2017 65,334 miles

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 59,476 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs corroded

impact damage to n/s/f outer sill

slight play in both front steering arms

undertray fitted

Fail 23 May 2016 59,476 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight bulb (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs corroded

impact damage to n/s/f outer sill

slight play in both front steering arms

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 45,995 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside steering rack arm has slight play

offside steering rack arm has slight play

Fail 15 Apr 2015 45,994 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,107 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

nearside steering rack arm has slight play

offside steering rack arm has slight play

Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside steering arm has slight play

Offside steering arm has slight play

Pass 24 Feb 2012 32,723 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside steering arm has slight play

Offside steering arm has slight play

Fail 24 Feb 2012 32,723 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside steering arm has slight play

Offside steering arm has slight play

Pass 7 Feb 2011 27,835 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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EX08 YMW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EX08 YMW, 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 EX08 YMW registered?

EX08 YMW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is EX08 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YMW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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