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YR08 TCV

2008 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,585 mi
Last recorded118,585 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 TCV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 118,585 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 113,308 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 113,308 miles

Emissions not tested emitting high level of smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 112,380 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 112,380 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inn tie rod bolt joint (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2018 110,234 miles

Central Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 106,927 miles

rear brake pipe slightly corroded

slight play at both bottom ball joints

vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 17 Mar 2016 103,395 miles

nearside reg. plate bulb dim

oil sweat at engine area

Pass 17 Apr 2015 96,656 miles

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

Oil leak

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

nearside front steering rack arm has movement in knuckle

Pass 2 Apr 2014 81,369 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 65,674 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 51,152 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 36,290 miles

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

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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YR08 TCV is a 2008 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YR08 TCV, 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 YR08 TCV registered?

YR08 TCV is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is YR08 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 TCV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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