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AM08 NJV

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,783 mi
Last recorded134,783 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 NJV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2019 134,783 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing glass missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted offside (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear door trim insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tailgate latches but not fully shut due to rear end damage

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2018 116,325 miles

Nearside Front brake disc rusty

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

Nearside Rear brake disc rusty

Offside Front brake disc rusty

Fail 11 Sep 2018 116,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front brake disc rusty

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

Nearside Rear brake disc rusty

Offside Front brake disc rusty

Nearside Front Inner sterring rack ball joint excessive play

Offside Front Inner steering rack ball joint excessive play

Pass 18 Sep 2017 101,121 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Sep 2017 101,123 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Sep 2016 89,498 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 81,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 64,654 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 56,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs are worn/lipped and corroded - the pads are wearing low

rear tyres are worn close to the limit

Fail 24 Sep 2013 56,758 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs are worn/lipped and corroded - the pads are wearing low

rear tyres are worn close to the limit

Fail 12 Sep 2012 46,145 miles

N/S/F inner track rod arm has slight play

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,145 miles

N/S/F inner track rod arm has slight play

Pass 27 Sep 2011 35,795 miles

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 21 Mar 2011 31,757 miles

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

How Reliable is the Renault Scenic?

Based on 2,489,721 MOT tests across 172,237 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
6,650
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
172,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108,325
position lamp(s) not working 70,652
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64,273
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60,499
Registration plate lamp not working 59,677
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AM08 NJV is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,591 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108,325 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM08 NJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 NJV registered?

AM08 NJV is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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