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HY08 XNG

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,549 mi
Last recorded64,549 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 XNG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 64,549 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2017 60,815 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2016 56,504 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2016 56,504 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2015 52,281 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2015 52,281 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 47,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 34,135 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 34,135 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 25,831 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 25,732 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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HY08 XNG is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HY08 XNG, 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 HY08 XNG registered?

HY08 XNG is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HY08 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 XNG shows 12 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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