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BG08 SFE

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

111,759 mi
Last recorded111,759 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 SFE
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 111,759 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 111,757 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2020 107,853 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner joint/bush (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2020 107,853 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner joint/bush (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 91,083 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 91,083 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 72,237 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 72,237 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 61,153 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,958 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 40,268 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 40,268 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 35,138 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 35,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2013 28,313 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 28,313 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2012 21,765 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 21,765 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,061 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 SFE is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 BG08 SFE, 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 SFE registered?

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

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