2008 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · YB57 VXZ
2008 Renault Megane (1.5L, diesel). First registered 14 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 132,941 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,941 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YB57 VXZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2025
- 132,941 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YB57 VXZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Renault Megane (YB57 VXZ) between March 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YB57 VXZ Mileage History
- 09/03/2023128,282 mi
- 14/03/2024130,380 mi+2,098 mi
- 14/03/2024130,380 mi
- 23/07/2025132,941 mi+2,561 mi
- 23/07/2025132,941 mi
Average of roughly 1,963 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Megane Mk2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Key-card, steering-lock and body-control faultsModerate
The Mk2’s reputation largely comes from electrical issues involving key cards, the steering lock, UCH modules and associated wiring.
- 1.5 dCi injector and bearing-related engine damageSerious
Neglected oil changes on the 1.5 dCi can lead to injector trouble, turbo wear and, on badly maintained early cars, serious bottom-end damage.
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