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R26 RYY

2008 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,296 mi
Last recorded54,296 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 RYY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 54,296 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 54,256 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 54,236 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 52,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.79mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.71mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 48,002 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 41,899 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 35,038 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 35,038 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 23,959 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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R26 RYY is a 2008 Renault Megane in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R26 RYY, 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 R26 RYY registered?

R26 RYY is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 December 2008.

Is R26 RYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 RYY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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