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FG08 YGK

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,654 mi
Last recorded55,654 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 YGK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 55,654 miles

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

Nearside Front Passenger seat wont tilt

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 55,654 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Passenger seat wont tilt

Nearside Front Tyre has surface cracks

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has surface cracks

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 50,901 miles

Nearside front & nearside rear tyre as surface cracks in tread.

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

Slight play in offside steering rack.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2015 50,901 miles

Nearside front & nearside rear tyre as surface cracks in tread.

Slight play in offside steering rack.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,775 miles

Slight play in nearside & offside steering rack.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jun 2014 46,775 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Slight play in nearside & offside steering rack.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 41,688 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 37,368 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,866 miles

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

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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FG08 YGK is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FG08 YGK, 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 FG08 YGK registered?

FG08 YGK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FG08 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 YGK shows 9 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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