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WU08 YOP

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,432 mi
Last recorded87,432 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 YOP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 87,432 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Road wheel slightly distorted front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear springs and ferrules corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2025 82,659 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Road wheel slightly distorted Front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 72,811 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 72,811 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 65,744 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 55,034 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 55,034 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative rod come (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 50,773 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 44,921 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 36,174 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 36,173 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 28,327 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 22,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 16,342 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 16,302 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside/offside (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 12,256 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 7,150 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 1,778 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 1,763 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 1,558 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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WU08 YOP is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU08 YOP, 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 WU08 YOP registered?

WU08 YOP is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is WU08 YOP safe to buy?

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