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PL08 UFU

2008 Renault Scenic

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,100 mi
Last recorded47,100 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 UFU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 47,100 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 40,838 miles

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

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

rear both side tyres perishing,recommend change soon

rear both sides brake pads low but not below 1.5mm

Pass 21 Jul 2014 40,838 miles

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

rear both side tyres perishing,recommend change soon

rear both sides brake pads low but not below 1.5mm

Fail 22 Aug 2013 32,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 32,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 27,712 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 27,712 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 23,525 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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PL08 UFU is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 PL08 UFU, 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 PL08 UFU registered?

PL08 UFU is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 22 August 2008.

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