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FX08 ZVU

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,374 mi
Last recorded82,374 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 ZVU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 82,374 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 79,377 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 77,310 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 77,308 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 2.48 (1.50) (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted bead edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 72,379 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Area (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle outer body area has cosmetic damages

Pass 2 Nov 2021 68,336 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

covers fitted,some areas not assessed

Fail 28 Oct 2021 68,291 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit tested to plate limit of 1.50,averaged 3.10 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

covers fitted,some areas not assessed

headlamp adjusters operation not assessed

Pass 5 Oct 2020 64,579 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 58,072 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 53,202 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

n/s/f tyre edges bald

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Fail 14 Apr 2018 53,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

n/s/f tyre edges bald

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

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 7 Apr 2017 48,289 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 41,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perishing (4.1.E.1)

both front wipers leaving smears

Fail 5 Apr 2016 41,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perishing (4.1.E.1)

both front wipers leaving smears

Fail 14 Apr 2015 36,354 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 36,354 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 30,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased,unable to assess condition

front brake imbalance,n/s/f showing distortion

o/s/f tyre wear inner edge

rack play,n/s/f poor

rear tyres perished/splitting

Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

slight play at steering wheel end

Fail 8 Apr 2013 23,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

slight play at steering wheel end

Pass 19 Apr 2012 18,596 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

unable to check n/s/r seat belt child seat

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,597 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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FX08 ZVU is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FX08 ZVU, 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 FX08 ZVU registered?

FX08 ZVU is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FX08 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 ZVU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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