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LY08 VJA

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,446 mi
Last recorded79,446 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 VJA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 79,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both. ()

Pass 25 Mar 2025 71,175 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play inner tie rod joint tothe steering rack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play inner tie rod joint to the steering rack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 61,053 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 59,749 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 57,757 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 55,376 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 53,554 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 48,917 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 42,313 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,415 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,638 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 27,198 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,393 miles

ns wiper border line deteriation

Pass 24 Jul 2012 15,581 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,543 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,976 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 VJA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VJA, 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 LY08 VJA registered?

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

Is LY08 VJA safe to buy?

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