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EA08 LYJ

2008 Renault Megane · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Renault Megane Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 127,335 miles on the clock, averaging 13,257 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Renault Megane issues include electrical system and suspension bushings and links.

MOT & Mileage History for EA08 LYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,335
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,257

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading127,335 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,963
Average per year13,257
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 LYJ 37k60k82k105k127k '11'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,335 miles
Since last MOT+9,963 miles
PASS
Mileage117,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,372 miles
Since last MOT+11,491 miles
PASS
Mileage105,881 miles
Since last MOT+6,930 miles
PASS
Mileage98,951 miles
Since last MOT+222 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,729 miles
Since last MOT+9,597 miles
PASS
Mileage89,132 miles
Since last MOT+20,707 miles
PASS
Mileage68,425 miles
Since last MOT+25,766 miles
PASS
Mileage42,659 miles
Since last MOT+5,233 miles
PASS
Mileage37,426 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Renault Megane

These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Megane models (2008–2016), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Electrical system

Suspension bushings and links

Corrosion

Water ingress

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 LYJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 LYJ

What car is EA08 LYJ?

EA08 LYJ is an grey Renault Megane, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 LYJ?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 LYJ was 127,335 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 LYJ passed its MOT?

EA08 LYJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2017.

Is EA08 LYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 LYJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is EA08 LYJ?

EA08 LYJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.