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NU08 PWJ

2008 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,200 mi
Last recorded143,200 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 PWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 143,200 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 133,463 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 122,073 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 111,698 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 12 May 2015 100,866 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 94,969 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 94,945 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 94,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 88,931 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 88,916 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,278 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 48,292 miles

inner c v gaiter leaking

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 PWJ is a 2008 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 PWJ, 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.

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What year was NU08 PWJ registered?

NU08 PWJ is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is NU08 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 PWJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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