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SY08 YMF

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,620 mi
Last recorded53,620 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 YMF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 53,620 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (2.4.G.1)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (3.5.1i)

engine under tray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

nearside and offside rear tyres showing signs of uneven wear on inside edges and showing signs of going out of shape?

Pass 1 Jun 2016 48,351 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (2.4.G.1)

engine under tray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

nearside and offside rear tyres showing signs of uneven wear

Fail 23 May 2016 48,240 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working nearside and offside rear (1.1.C.1d)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nearside and offside front (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside front (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (2.4.G.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (3.5.1i)

engine under tray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area

nearside and offside rear tyres showing signs of uneven wear

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 May 2015 43,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front struts slightly corroded

front tyres slightly perished

Pass 27 May 2014 40,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

timing belt due 31/05/2014

Pass 31 May 2013 39,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2013 39,105 miles

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

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2012 33,178 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 22,997 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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SY08 YMF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SY08 YMF, 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 SY08 YMF registered?

SY08 YMF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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