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RF08 YMP

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,587 mi
Last recorded39,587 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 YMP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 39,587 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 39,587 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 36,997 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 36,997 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 36,737 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 36,360 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 35,932 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,086 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Jan 2020 34,179 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 32,931 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 31,373 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 29,484 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 27,278 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 25,293 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 23,063 miles

ADVISE, chips in front screen.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 20,887 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 18,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 17,640 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RF08 YMP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 RF08 YMP, 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 RF08 YMP registered?

RF08 YMP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is RF08 YMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 YMP shows 18 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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