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YE08 XRA

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

186,947 mi
Last recorded186,947 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 XRA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 186,947 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres close to legal limit and cracking

Fail 29 Nov 2016 186,938 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres close to legal limit and cracking

Pass 22 Jun 2015 175,264 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel buckled

Fail 22 Jun 2015 175,262 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel buckled.

offside front fog lamp not working/damaged.

Fail 21 May 2014 144,764 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 May 2014 144,764 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 May 2013 115,302 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 88,212 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 88,212 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 67,373 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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YE08 XRA is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE08 XRA, 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 YE08 XRA registered?

YE08 XRA is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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