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HY08 XSC

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

69,484 mi
Last recorded69,484 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 XSC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 69,484 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2020 69,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 63,142 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of the front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,146 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 52,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 54,196 miles

offside front to rear flexible hose brake pipe corroded

rear brake discs worn corroded and pitted badly

Pass 24 Feb 2016 53,865 miles

items removed from drivers view

rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2015 50,446 miles

n/s/ wiper smearing

o/s/r wheel rim damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,129 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 41,567 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 37,646 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,233 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 33,233 miles

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

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

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 XSC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HY08 XSC, 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 HY08 XSC registered?

HY08 XSC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is HY08 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 XSC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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