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OY08 DSE

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,481 mi
Last recorded94,481 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 DSE
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 94,481 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 94,481 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 86,193 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 86,187 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 77,169 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 77,169 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine oil leaking excessive oil residue under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources rear number plate lamp inop (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 67,957 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 67,766 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 59,388 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2022 59,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 52,702 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 51,351 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 48,681 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 45,747 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 45,747 miles

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)

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)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 42,115 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 38,531 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 34,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 31,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 26,713 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 22,979 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 19,090 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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OY08 DSE is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OY08 DSE, 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 OY08 DSE registered?

OY08 DSE is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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