CarVerify

Free Car Check

NJ08 VWE

2008 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,401 mi
Last recorded104,401 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane Scenic71,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 VWE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 104,401 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 94,086 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 94,086 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2020 85,181 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 85,180 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 75,317 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 66,643 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Feb 2018 66,643 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Feb 2017 57,811 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

centre caps fitted to wheels, obscuring fitment

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2016 52,351 miles

offside front wheel is slightly distorted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 44,563 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 36,757 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 36,757 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 29,598 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 26,144 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 20,779 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
Full Renault Megane Scenic reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NJ08 VWE is a 2008 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 71,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJ08 VWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJ08 VWE?

You can check the full history of NJ08 VWE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NJ08 VWE registered?

NJ08 VWE is a 2008 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is NJ08 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 VWE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJ08 VWE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NJ08 VWE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.