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FH08 GJV

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

133,340 mi
Last recorded133,340 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 GJV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 133,340 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 131,974 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2023 131,917 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 125,133 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 115,467 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 112,761 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Inner rack arm slight movement

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Fail 7 Mar 2019 112,759 miles

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Inner rack arm slight movement

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2018 109,808 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Mar 2018 109,808 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Feb 2017 105,250 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 105,223 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 93,412 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 79,048 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 79,048 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 65,716 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 51,075 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 36,633 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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FH08 GJV is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FH08 GJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH08 GJV registered?

FH08 GJV is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FH08 GJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 GJV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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