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GL57 PYJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,558 mi
Last recorded66,558 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 PYJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 66,558 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 63,893 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 63,235 miles

Coil spring corroded Both OS springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear suspention slightly corroded

Fail 16 Jan 2024 63,235 miles

Coil spring corroded Both OS springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear suspention slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2023 62,067 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 62,066 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 60,900 miles

cracking and perishing to both front tyres

Pass 15 Jan 2021 60,001 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,118 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 57,951 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 57,951 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 56,705 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 55,154 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 52,726 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,992 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 45,141 miles

both rear tyres cracking slightly on outer edges.

Pass 10 Jan 2013 40,481 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 37,309 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 32,472 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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GL57 PYJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GL57 PYJ, 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 GL57 PYJ registered?

GL57 PYJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is GL57 PYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 PYJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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