CarVerify

Free Car Check

MJ08 ECV

2008 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,597 mi
Last recorded122,597 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationMJ08 ECV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 122,597 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 110,341 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 110,012 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 97,204 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 84,979 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 64,129 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 61,000 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 54,823 miles

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

o/s/f tyre getting low

Fail 6 Apr 2017 54,712 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 12 Apr 2016 51,316 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 44,621 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 37,612 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 31,449 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,349 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 19,621 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
Full Renault Scenic 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

MJ08 ECV is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MJ08 ECV, 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

How do I check the history of MJ08 ECV?

You can check the full history of MJ08 ECV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MJ08 ECV registered?

MJ08 ECV is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is MJ08 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 ECV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ08 ECV 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 MJ08 ECV. 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.