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RY57 TYK

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,172 mi
Last recorded94,172 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 TYK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 94,172 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 94,172 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 93,908 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 86,695 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 76,523 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 68,283 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 68,283 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 55,463 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 47,250 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 43,159 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt cannot carry out seat belt check on osr as a child seat is fitted. ()

Pass 17 Aug 2016 37,532 miles

Nearside Rear unable to check nsr seatbelt as a child seat was fitted.

Fail 17 Aug 2016 37,532 miles

Nearside Rear unable to check nsr seatbelt as a child seat was fitted.

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc osf outer cv boot insecure. (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 32,407 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 27,422 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 22,276 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside and nearside rear brakes binding.

Offside and nearside rear tyres perishing.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 17,571 miles

Offside front wheel rim inner bead damaged.

Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,912 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 8,082 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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RY57 TYK is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RY57 TYK, 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 RY57 TYK registered?

RY57 TYK is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is RY57 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY57 TYK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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