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EX08 YMZ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,896 mi
Last recorded72,896 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 72,896 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 65,094 miles

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

head light out puts deteriorating

Pass 19 Nov 2018 60,788 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 60,788 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 54,555 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 54,555 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 51,524 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 49,317 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 43,367 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 35,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Fail 15 Nov 2013 35,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 5 Nov 2012 27,736 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 27,736 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 21,072 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 14,128 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 YMZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EX08 YMZ, 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 YMZ registered?

EX08 YMZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is EX08 YMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YMZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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