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YG08 SWF

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

69,689 mi
Last recorded69,689 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 SWF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 69,689 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 65,823 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 65,714 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 60,694 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 57,392 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 57,392 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 55,675 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 53,255 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 53,255 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,903 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 50,903 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 42,989 miles

offside steering rack play

Pass 8 Mar 2013 37,834 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 37,834 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 32,788 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 27,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YG08 SWF is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YG08 SWF, 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

How do I check the history of YG08 SWF?

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What year was YG08 SWF registered?

YG08 SWF is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is YG08 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 SWF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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