CarVerify

Free Car Check

MF08 FDG

2008 Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106

Gold Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

63,020 mi
Last recorded63,020 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 10669,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 FDG
MakeRenault
ModelG-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc
View full Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 63,020 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2025 62,980 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 58,434 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 58,434 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 53,496 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Jul 2023 53,389 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Aug 2022 50,890 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 48,365 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 46,696 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 46,684 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 41,385 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine covers fitted

Fail 28 May 2019 41,268 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2018 38,394 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 38,276 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

rear seats 2nd row not deployed

Pass 21 Sep 2017 32,725 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 32,725 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 31,932 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 31,931 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,726 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,293 miles

n/s mirror damaged.

Pass 13 Sep 2013 27,060 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 24,972 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 24,972 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 22,483 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 22,476 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 20,857 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 20,857 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106?

Based on 1,120 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
7,734
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 85
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Registration plate lamp not working 35
constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 33
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 25
Full Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MF08 FDG is a 2008 Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

Across all 2008 Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 69,643 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 G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF08 FDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MF08 FDG?

You can check the full history of MF08 FDG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MF08 FDG registered?

MF08 FDG is a 2008 Renault G-scenic DYN-7 DCI 106, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is MF08 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 FDG shows 27 tests with a 59.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF08 FDG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MF08 FDG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.