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RJ08 FBC

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

161,603 mi
Last recorded161,603 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 FBC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 161,603 miles

Nearside Front inner rack has slight play

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Nov 2023 147,825 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 147,792 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Position lamp not working Both front position lamps (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure Both headlights upper mounting brackets broken (4.1.1 (c))

Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Resulting in excessive freeplay of the subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Coolant bottle almost empty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 134,764 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear beam axle corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2022 134,762 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear beam axle corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2021 124,740 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/f headlamp deteriorated.

rear suspension beam corroded.

Fail 8 Oct 2021 124,731 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/f headlamp deteriorated.

rear suspension beam corroded.

Pass 21 Jul 2020 111,838 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 99,769 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight play in rack and pinion

Pass 19 May 2018 91,569 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner rack and pinion (2.2.B.1f)

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 May 2017 81,144 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 May 2017 81,144 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 70,150 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 70,150 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 60,130 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 60,130 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2014 51,148 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 51,136 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2013 39,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre tread deapths o/s/f4.06mm o/s/r/2.85mm n/s/f3.80mm n/s/r3.38mm

Pass 3 Jun 2013 39,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre tread deapths o/s/f4.06mm o/s/r/2.85mm n/s/f3.80mm n/s/r3.38mm

Pass 8 Jun 2012 29,777 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 26,792 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 17,609 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 17,609 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RJ08 FBC is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 RJ08 FBC, 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 RJ08 FBC registered?

RJ08 FBC is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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