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LY08 MHL

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,789 mi
Last recorded77,789 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 MHL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 77,789 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 73,186 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 66,488 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 60,698 miles

Both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 30 Mar 2015 58,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chips in windscreen

nearside front tyre low on edge

Fail 25 Mar 2015 58,136 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

chips in windscreen

nearside front tyre low on edge

rear brakes binding

Pass 25 Mar 2014 52,921 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 49,799 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 42,136 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 41,280 miles

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

both front tyres worn close to cords inner edges;strongly advise replace

Pass 6 Jul 2011 41,280 miles

both front tyres worn close to cords inner edges;strongly advise replace

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 MHL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LY08 MHL, 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 MHL registered?

LY08 MHL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LY08 MHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 MHL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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