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JU53 SEC

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

62,800 mi
Last recorded62,800 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU53 SEC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 62,800 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 62,800 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 50,734 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 34,979 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,049 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 31,824 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2022 31,824 miles

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

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 30,495 miles

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

slight play in offside front inner steering arm

Fail 13 Feb 2021 30,495 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

slight play in offside front inner steering arm

Pass 15 Feb 2020 29,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs with lip. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 MM AND BOTH EDGES BALD ! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play. ()

Fail 15 Feb 2020 29,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs with lip. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 MM AND BOTH EDGES BALD ! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play. ()

Pass 23 Feb 2019 26,909 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 23,930 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 20,540 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 19,277 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 18,196 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 18,196 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 15,257 miles

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

cracks in all four tyres

key card battery low

offside front wiper blade worn

service light is on

Pass 20 Feb 2013 12,624 miles

cracks in all four tyre walls

service light is on

slight play offside steering rack

Pass 18 Jan 2012 11,026 miles

service light on

Pass 8 Jul 2011 10,046 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 8,283 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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JU53 SEC is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 JU53 SEC, 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 JU53 SEC registered?

JU53 SEC is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is JU53 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for JU53 SEC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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