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WJ08 WUC

2008 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,380 mi
Last recorded104,380 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Megane67,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 WUC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 104,380 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Pass 31 Jul 2020 101,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 97,641 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 89,025 miles

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

Rear seats removed

Pass 1 Aug 2017 79,419 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 71,939 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 71,939 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 60,105 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 60,103 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 45,601 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 45,600 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 34,130 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 26,384 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 26,384 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 20,383 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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WJ08 WUC is a 2008 Renault Megane in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WJ08 WUC, 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 WJ08 WUC registered?

WJ08 WUC is a 2008 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is WJ08 WUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 WUC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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