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GU08 SVJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,635 mi
Last recorded51,635 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 SVJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 51,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge perished

Pass 30 Oct 2024 50,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack and on 3mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Oct 2024 50,949 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack and on 3mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 50,165 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 48,992 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour green (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour green (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 47,796 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 47,027 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2019 47,024 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 45,907 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,302 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,031 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 37,421 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,650 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 32,650 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn edges

Pass 2 Apr 2013 28,814 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 22,605 miles

Washer jets partially blocked

Pass 23 Feb 2011 17,278 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 17,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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GU08 SVJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GU08 SVJ, 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 GU08 SVJ registered?

GU08 SVJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is GU08 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 SVJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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