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JIG 8261

2011 Renault Scenic

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

154,543 mi
Last recorded154,543 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Renault Scenic61,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8261
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 154,543 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 154,525 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2025 147,492 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 140,114 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 136,104 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 135,985 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 133,019 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 133,012 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn stabilizer link [drop link] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 128,651 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 128,651 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 118,640 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 105,747 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 105,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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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JIG 8261 is a 2011 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2011 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 61,930 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 JIG 8261, 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 15 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JIG 8261 registered?

JIG 8261 is a 2011 Renault Scenic, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is JIG 8261 safe to buy?

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