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MJ08 YSB

2008 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,265 mi
Last recorded72,265 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 YSB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 72,265 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed locking solenoide (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose nearside glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight play in offside front steering rack inner joint

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Dec 2020 72,265 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed locking solenoide (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Obligatory mirror slightly loose nearside glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

slight play in offside front steering rack inner joint

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2019 65,083 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 60,430 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 55,158 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 35,157 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 50,220 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2015 47,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre edges worn

rear disc slightly worn

Fail 17 Apr 2014 43,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre edges worn

rear disc slightly worn

Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,320 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 30,497 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 30,493 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,855 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 YSB is a 2008 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YSB, 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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MJ08 YSB is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 May 2008.

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