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PJ08 XBT

2008 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

93,957 mi
Last recorded93,957 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 XBT
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 93,957 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 93,948 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

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

slight bind rear brakes

Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,711 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel track arm (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel track arm (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 77,366 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 77,357 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 64,058 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 64,049 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 52,599 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 52,590 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,059 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 32,745 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 32,745 miles

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

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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PJ08 XBT is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 PJ08 XBT, 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 PJ08 XBT registered?

PJ08 XBT is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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