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YN08 DBX

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

42,472 mi
Last recorded42,472 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 DBX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 42,472 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 42,436 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2023 40,825 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 40,825 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 37,396 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Jan 2022 37,392 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jan 2021 35,657 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 35,425 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 34,481 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 34,438 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,291 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 33,291 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 31,242 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 29,032 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 26,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 22,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 11 Apr 2012 18,768 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 18,768 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 15,650 miles

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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YN08 DBX is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YN08 DBX, 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 YN08 DBX registered?

YN08 DBX is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YN08 DBX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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