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YX57 LCJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,130 mi
Last recorded70,130 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX57 LCJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 70,130 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 67,094 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 67,094 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 61,497 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON INSIDE

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 61,497 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON INSIDE

Pass 15 Oct 2013 53,153 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)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 45,864 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 42,807 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,754 miles

play in nearside steering arm

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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YX57 LCJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YX57 LCJ, 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 YX57 LCJ registered?

YX57 LCJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is YX57 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX57 LCJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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