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GF08 VJP

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

129,896 mi
Last recorded129,896 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 VJP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 129,896 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2017 129,886 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 122,602 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 122,602 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush front subframe rear bush worn (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 115,060 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2015 115,060 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 May 2014 105,857 miles

Slight play in front steering arms.

Pass 17 May 2013 90,033 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

slight play in nearside steering rack

Pass 29 May 2012 82,839 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 82,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 66,524 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 66,524 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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GF08 VJP is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GF08 VJP, 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 GF08 VJP registered?

GF08 VJP is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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The MOT history for GF08 VJP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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