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YL08 KKU

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,153 mi
Last recorded112,153 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 KKU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 112,153 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 108,194 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 105,495 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 102,450 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 98,081 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 92,500 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 86,840 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 81,057 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 81,050 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 74,386 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 66,484 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,582 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 56,655 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 54,043 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 50,539 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 46,791 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 41,901 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

although working and providing a image ,both dip beams are not very bright advise replacement bulbs

front and rear brake discs lipped

Fail 20 Jul 2011 41,901 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

although working and providing a image ,both dip beams are not very bright advise replacement bulbs

front and rear brake discs lipped

n/s/f tyre nail in tread

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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YL08 KKU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YL08 KKU, 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 YL08 KKU registered?

YL08 KKU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is YL08 KKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 KKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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