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BV08 FMP

2008 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,160 mi
Last recorded121,160 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 FMP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 121,160 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 119,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

play in nearside inner tie rod

Fail 7 Mar 2016 119,183 miles

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

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

play in nearside inner tie rod

Pass 9 Mar 2015 103,778 miles

CHECK PARKING BRAKE MESSAGE DISPLAYED BUT NOT INDICATING MALFUNCTION

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 103,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

CHECK PARKING BRAKE MESSAGE DISPLAYED BUT NOT INDICATING MALFUNCTION

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 103,260 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 72,691 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2014 72,619 miles

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

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 47,990 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 48,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 33,437 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake slight binding

Fail 23 Feb 2012 33,435 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake slight binding

Pass 19 Feb 2011 24,355 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 24,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BV08 FMP is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BV08 FMP, 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 BV08 FMP registered?

BV08 FMP is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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