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MJ08 MYL

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,788 mi
Last recorded27,788 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 MYL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 27,788 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 27,788 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 25,263 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 24,684 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 23,643 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 22,890 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2021 22,205 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 21,611 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 20,484 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 18,678 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 17,435 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 14,775 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 11,980 miles

Both rear wheels slightly binding

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

Pass 15 May 2014 11,355 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 10,251 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,614 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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MJ08 MYL is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MJ08 MYL, 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 MJ08 MYL registered?

MJ08 MYL is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is MJ08 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 MYL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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