2008 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · YE08 XRL
2008 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08 May 2008. Recorded mileage 128,424 miles. MOT expired on 23 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,424 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YE08 XRL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2024
- 128,424 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YE08 XRL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Renault Megane (YE08 XRL) between August 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
YE08 XRL Mileage History
- 25/08/2022119,405 mi
- 16/08/2023123,162 mi+3,757 mi
- 09/09/2024128,406 mi+5,244 mi
- 24/09/2024128,424 mi+18 mi
Average of roughly 4,328 miles per year across 4 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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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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