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RK57 KYR

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,350 mi
Last recorded85,350 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 KYR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 85,350 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 70,927 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing innerarm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 70,927 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing innerarm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 56,787 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 56,787 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 40,616 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 40,616 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 33,149 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 26,838 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 19,854 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 19,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,603 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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RK57 KYR is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RK57 KYR, 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 RK57 KYR registered?

RK57 KYR is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is RK57 KYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK57 KYR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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