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YG08 TGN

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,500 mi
Last recorded53,500 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 TGN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2020 53,500 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 52,732 miles

Front front brake discs worn

Front smear from wipers

Rear wear to rear brake discs

oil on engine

oil on gear box

Pass 4 May 2018 51,655 miles

clunk from o/s/f strut top on lock to lock, suspension fully extended

cracking to all tyres

rear number plate loose but secure

slight play in n/s steering rack knuckle

smear from wipers

Pass 8 Feb 2017 50,679 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 50,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 46,474 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 40,000 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2014 33,027 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 25,896 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner edge wearing thin on both front tyres

Pass 7 Feb 2012 19,694 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 12,673 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 12,673 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 TGN is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TGN, 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 YG08 TGN registered?

YG08 TGN is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is YG08 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 TGN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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