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NU08 CJJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

97,931 mi
Last recorded97,931 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 CJJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 97,931 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 May 2026 97,931 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 95,114 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 92,023 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2024 92,021 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2023 88,683 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 85,380 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 81,528 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 81,528 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 77,742 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 73,055 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 73,055 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 67,608 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 67,483 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 61,852 miles

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 9 May 2017 61,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2.8mm x 2 nails (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front play in steering arm ball joint

Offside Front play in steering arm ball joint

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 14 May 2016 59,839 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 55,802 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 53,269 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 53,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,465 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 43,336 miles

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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NU08 CJJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 67,006 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 NU08 CJJ, 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

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What year was NU08 CJJ registered?

NU08 CJJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is NU08 CJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 CJJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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