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FV08 ZYU

2008 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,026 mi
Last recorded156,026 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZYU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 156,026 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

offside front steering arm has slight play at inner fixings

Fail 16 Mar 2018 156,025 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

offside front steering arm has slight play at inner fixings

Pass 3 Feb 2017 140,089 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted - inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted - inner face (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine bay covers fitted

oil level only just above minimum

under car trays fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2017 140,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted - inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted - inner face (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine bay covers fitted

oil level only just above minimum

under car trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2016 126,320 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 126,320 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 112,648 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 112,648 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 95,259 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 95,259 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 69,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Feb 2013 69,177 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2012 45,275 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 45,275 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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FV08 ZYU is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,461cc 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 FV08 ZYU, 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 FV08 ZYU registered?

FV08 ZYU is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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