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GJ08 UMZ

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,089 mi
Last recorded88,089 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 UMZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 88,089 miles

both steering arms slight play

o/s/r slight brake bind

Pass 21 Jan 2015 76,014 miles

play in steering rods

Pass 3 Feb 2014 65,520 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brakes have slight bind indicating pads sticking in carriers

Fail 3 Feb 2014 65,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brakes have slight bind indicating pads sticking in carriers

Pass 26 Jan 2013 51,712 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 36,800 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,516 miles

nearside rear tyre perished on side wall

offside rear tyre perished on side wall

rear brakes worn

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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GJ08 UMZ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ08 UMZ, 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 GJ08 UMZ registered?

GJ08 UMZ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GJ08 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 UMZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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