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YC08 FZT

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,041 mi
Last recorded142,041 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 FZT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 142,041 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 102,235 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 97,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2022 97,193 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 65,221 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

ns and os shocks corroded

nsf shock gaiter damaged

nsf steering rack inner bj play

osf beam significantly less bright than nsf beam

rear discs corroded

service overdue

Pass 22 Jul 2020 63,716 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

nsf and osf shocks corroded

nsr and osr brake discs corroded

nsr and osr shocks corroded

service overdue

Fail 21 Jul 2020 63,716 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

nsf and osf shocks corroded

nsr and osr brake discs corroded

nsr and osr shocks corroded

service overdue

Pass 17 Jul 2019 61,869 miles

Nearside Front play track rod end

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2018 58,845 miles

engine cover fitted

rear shocks corroded ns ans os

slight brake pedal creep

v slight play nsf steering rack

Fail 16 Jul 2018 58,845 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

rear shocks corroded ns ans os

slight brake pedal creep

v slight play nsf steering rack

Pass 17 Jul 2017 53,807 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 53,807 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 49,880 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 48,721 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 42,117 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 33,498 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 28,659 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 22,867 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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YC08 FZT is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YC08 FZT, 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 YC08 FZT registered?

YC08 FZT is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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