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FN08 XCG

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,204 mi
Last recorded85,204 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 XCG
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 85,204 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 18 Oct 2018 85,203 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 76,417 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Sep 2017 76,417 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 69,614 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Sep 2016 69,614 miles

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

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

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement both (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 61,832 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 51,364 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 51,364 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,815 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 37,356 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 37,356 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,898 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 22,849 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2011 16,671 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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FN08 XCG is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FN08 XCG, 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 FN08 XCG registered?

FN08 XCG is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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