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FN58 VRU

2008 Renault Scenic

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

106,771 mi
Last recorded106,771 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 VRU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 106,771 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 106,769 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick geting thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 100,841 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 100,841 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 95,186 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 86,313 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 86,307 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 9 Oct 2017 78,553 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 68,954 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 60,580 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 60,336 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 52,537 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Oct 2014 52,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 42,859 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight cut sidewall n/s/f tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2012 34,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2011 26,889 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

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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FN58 VRU is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FN58 VRU, 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 FN58 VRU registered?

FN58 VRU is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 November 2008.

Is FN58 VRU safe to buy?

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