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YX08 YLW

2008 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

95,950 mi
Last recorded95,950 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 YLW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 95,950 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 91,001 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 87,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 82,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 82,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 75,599 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 69,795 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 69,795 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 64,545 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 64,545 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 58,576 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 47,920 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 47,920 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 37,095 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,095 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,611 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 28,594 miles

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

Offside Front 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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YX08 YLW is a 2008 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YX08 YLW, 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 YX08 YLW registered?

YX08 YLW is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is YX08 YLW safe to buy?

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