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YK08 XWZ

2008 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,182 mi
Last recorded111,182 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 XWZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 111,182 miles

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

child seat fitted N/S front

n/s rear tyre worn close to wear markers

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2015 111,182 miles

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

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

child seat fitted N/S front

n/s rear tyre worn close to wear markers

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2014 91,296 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Dec 2014 91,296 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2013 73,786 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 65,546 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 65,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2012 53,066 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 42,185 miles

Nearside Front 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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YK08 XWZ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YK08 XWZ, 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 YK08 XWZ registered?

YK08 XWZ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 XWZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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