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LJ08 UTU

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

117,880 mi
Last recorded117,880 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UTU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 117,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 117,876 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 114,750 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 110,240 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 110,240 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 105,353 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 97,150 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slight damaged (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 91,977 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2018 91,977 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2017 85,276 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2017 85,273 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2016 78,298 miles

under trays - fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2015 71,697 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades slight worn

Fail 11 Mar 2015 71,697 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades slight worn

Pass 29 Apr 2014 59,491 miles

Advise nearside front mirror backing missing

Fail 29 Apr 2014 59,491 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise nearside front mirror backing missing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 51,666 miles

Front brake discs are worn

Nearside door mirror cover is missing

Screen wipers are slightly smeary

Pass 25 Jul 2012 42,644 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 42,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 30,343 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 30,343 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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LJ08 UTU is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ08 UTU, 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

How do I check the history of LJ08 UTU?

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What year was LJ08 UTU registered?

LJ08 UTU is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is LJ08 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 UTU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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