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YG08 UXZ

2008 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,091 mi
Last recorded153,091 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 UXZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 153,091 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 153,091 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 136,110 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 121,316 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 106,548 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 106,548 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 91,482 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,654 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 65,773 miles

Brake cable return springs missing from both rear brake calipers

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 65,773 miles

Brake cable return springs missing from both rear brake calipers

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,036 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 37,091 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UXZ, 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 YG08 UXZ registered?

YG08 UXZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is YG08 UXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 UXZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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