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HY08 YNJ

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

100,637 mi
Last recorded100,637 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 YNJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 100,637 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 100,637 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 92,860 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 92,860 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 80,400 miles

winter tyres fitted

Fail 12 Aug 2015 80,400 miles

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

winter tyres fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2014 69,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

winter tyres fitted all around

Fail 14 Aug 2013 57,415 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 57,415 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 44,918 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2012 44,918 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,584 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 20,544 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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HY08 YNJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YNJ, 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 YNJ registered?

HY08 YNJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is HY08 YNJ safe to buy?

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