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LY08 GYC

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,802 mi
Last recorded111,802 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 GYC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 111,802 miles

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable inner rack end little movement (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 111,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable inner rack end little movement (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 99,659 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2019 98,170 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2018 89,730 miles

slight play in steering rack

under tray fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2018 89,730 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

slight play in steering rack

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2017 81,399 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 72,745 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 65,322 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 57,940 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 50,982 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 42,432 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 42,432 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 34,002 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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LY08 GYC is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LY08 GYC, 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 LY08 GYC registered?

LY08 GYC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is LY08 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 GYC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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