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HG08 HOJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,658 mi
Last recorded83,658 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 HOJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 83,658 miles

Advise condensation to both front headlights

Advise damage and repair to offside front wing

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Nov 2024 79,512 miles

parking brake fault message on dash

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm and heavily worn on inner edges... 205/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 79,512 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Position lamp not working both front sidelights not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm and heavily worn on inner edges... 205/60r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

parking brake fault message on dash

Pass 8 Nov 2023 76,037 miles

Both side rear shock absorber external casing corroded.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, tread depth 4mm. 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Oct 2023 76,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread area, 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall which deep enough to reach the cord. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both side rear shock absorber external casing corroded.

Exhaust mounting defective rear hanger.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, tread depth 4mm. 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 73,168 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear hanger in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 71,510 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 71,510 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 70,332 miles

All tyres cracking on walls

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very close (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 64,606 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 64,606 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 62,120 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 51,336 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 45,113 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 39,338 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,008 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,168 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,388 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 16,333 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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HG08 HOJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG08 HOJ, 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 HG08 HOJ registered?

HG08 HOJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is HG08 HOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 HOJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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