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HY08 YXB

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,615 mi
Last recorded85,615 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 YXB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 85,615 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine/undertray fitted.

Fail 18 Mar 2017 85,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine/undertray fitted.

Pass 18 Mar 2016 81,670 miles

Play in nearside front inner rack joint

Rear exhaust mounting broken but system still adequately supported

Fail 18 Mar 2016 81,670 miles

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

Play in nearside front inner rack joint

Rear exhaust mounting broken but system still adequately supported

Pass 28 Feb 2015 76,692 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 66,416 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 55,316 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 47,866 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 40,328 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 YXB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YXB, 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 YXB registered?

HY08 YXB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HY08 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 YXB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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