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YK08 HJX

2008 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,985 mi
Last recorded146,985 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 HJX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 146,985 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 146,985 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 137,389 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 137,398 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 124,110 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 105,642 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

engine oil low

Pass 12 Mar 2013 90,806 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR BRAKES STICKING SLIGHTLY

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 74,436 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 59,014 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 59,014 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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YK08 HJX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YK08 HJX, 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 YK08 HJX registered?

YK08 HJX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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