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GL08 CFJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,920 mi
Last recorded51,920 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 CFJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 51,920 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 51,920 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing excessive perished in tread ... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 49,876 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs badly corroded on inner faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

offside rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 24 May 2018 49,302 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 47,869 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 47,869 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 47,260 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 47,260 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 44,105 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 40,235 miles

Both front tyres 0-4-0mm.worn at edges.

Nearside rear tyre 2mm.

Fail 20 Mar 2013 34,619 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,619 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 39,639 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 39,639 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 27,860 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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GL08 CFJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GL08 CFJ, 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 GL08 CFJ registered?

GL08 CFJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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