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GCZ 5656

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

58,262 mi
Last recorded58,262 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 5656
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 58,262 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 58,262 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 57,392 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play inner rack joint nearside

Pass 25 Jan 2024 56,039 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 55,010 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 53,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 52,456 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2020 51,352 miles

nearside front tyre low outer edge

Fail 28 Jan 2020 51,352 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

nearside front tyre low outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2019 48,310 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 44,779 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 44,779 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 40,943 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 40,943 miles

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

FRONT TYRES VERY LOW ON EDGES

Pass 26 Jan 2016 36,928 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre very low outer edge

Fail 26 Jan 2016 36,928 miles

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

nail nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre very low outer edge

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Jan 2015 33,279 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 28,676 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 24,875 miles

nearside front tyre getting low

Fail 24 Jan 2013 24,873 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre getting low

Pass 6 Jan 2012 20,410 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 20,410 miles

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

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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GCZ 5656 is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GCZ 5656, 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 GCZ 5656 registered?

GCZ 5656 is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is GCZ 5656 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 5656 shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCZ 5656 have outstanding finance?

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