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HV08 YZU

2008 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

135,425 mi
Last recorded135,425 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 YZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 135,425 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 135,419 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2021 120,632 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 120,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2020 104,748 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2020 104,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing out of location (1.6 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 102,033 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on bottom arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nsr lamp cracked

play nsf steering tie rod

Fail 8 Oct 2019 102,033 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on bottom arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nsr lamp cracked

play nsf steering tie rod

Pass 5 Oct 2018 95,886 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 89,380 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 89,380 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 75,747 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 72,110 miles

Nearside rear road wheel inner rim dented slightly

Slight play in steering rack nearside inner joint

Pass 9 Oct 2014 49,241 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,544 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 34,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 27,923 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 14 Mar 2012 27,923 miles

slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,827 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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HV08 YZU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 HV08 YZU, 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 HV08 YZU registered?

HV08 YZU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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