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RF08 BLN

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,183 mi
Last recorded132,183 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 BLN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 132,183 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2026 132,125 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 126,155 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 126,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both Lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 122,718 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 120,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides

Pass 13 Jul 2022 116,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jul 2022 116,701 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Jun 2021 114,757 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 114,757 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 113,225 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 105,442 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Jun 2019 105,442 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2018 92,961 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 92,961 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 77,725 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 77,725 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 61,943 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 61,943 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 46,904 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 41,571 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,361 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,892 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,574 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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RF08 BLN is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RF08 BLN, 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 RF08 BLN registered?

RF08 BLN is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is RF08 BLN safe to buy?

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