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BG08 SCV

2008 Renault Scenic

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,934 mi
Last recorded73,934 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 SCV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 73,934 miles

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

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

shock absorber corroded

Fail 30 May 2025 73,934 miles

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

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

shock absorber corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2024 71,942 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2024 71,942 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 65,822 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2023 65,822 miles

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 61,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger side outer sill distorted (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 56,853 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,707 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 47,225 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 45,082 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 40,458 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,530 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 31,938 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 27,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2013 27,970 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2012 24,099 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 18,535 miles

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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BG08 SCV is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG08 SCV, 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 BG08 SCV registered?

BG08 SCV is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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