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YC08 GCO

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,971 mi
Last recorded82,971 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 GCO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 82,971 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 70,263 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 69,179 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 66,436 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

tyre pressure monitor indicates a fault

Fail 16 Sep 2017 66,436 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour Both sides (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front steering arm has play

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust mount in poor condition

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

tyre pressure monitor indicates a fault

Pass 2 Mar 2015 60,087 miles

advise small crack in base of screen advise replacement

Pass 6 Mar 2014 48,849 miles

Advise: dpf warning lamp illuminated

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 48,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise: dpf warning lamp illuminated

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 36,636 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 34,163 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 28,204 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 GCO is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GCO, 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 YC08 GCO registered?

YC08 GCO is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is YC08 GCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 GCO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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