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SJ08 YJO

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,947 mi
Last recorded96,947 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 YJO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 96,947 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 83,306 miles

Nearside headlamp dipped beam light output reduced.

Nearside park brake effort low.

Reverse lamp(s) not working.

Fail 18 Jul 2018 83,306 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside headlamp dipped beam light output reduced.

Nearside park brake effort low.

Reverse lamp(s) not working.

Pass 1 Aug 2017 74,440 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 31 Jul 2017 74,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 66,970 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Sep 2015 60,277 miles

n\s inner steering joint has play

Fail 12 Sep 2015 60,209 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

n\s inner steering joint has play

Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,011 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 41,540 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 35,967 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 35,967 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,788 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 23,725 miles

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

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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SJ08 YJO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SJ08 YJO, 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 SJ08 YJO registered?

SJ08 YJO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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