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RE08 VCW

2008 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

119,695 mi
Last recorded119,695 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 VCW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 119,695 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 103,459 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 103,459 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 97,138 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Front steering arm slight play

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2017 92,528 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 May 2017 92,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2016 86,572 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Fail 19 May 2016 86,570 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 13 May 2015 80,408 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 May 2014 73,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 13 May 2014 73,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 66,144 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 59,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

play in N/S/F rack and pinion arm

Fail 13 Apr 2012 59,225 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

play in N/S/F rack and pinion arm

Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,782 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 50,782 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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RE08 VCW is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 RE08 VCW, 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 RE08 VCW registered?

RE08 VCW is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is RE08 VCW safe to buy?

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