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RV08 DHU

2008 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

120,072 mi
Last recorded120,072 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 DHU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 120,072 miles

Offside Rear roadwheel damaged

Fail 14 Feb 2019 120,072 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear roadwheel damaged

Pass 13 Feb 2018 110,374 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 110,374 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 102,471 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

offside front tyre starting to wear slightly low

Fail 21 Feb 2017 102,471 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

offside front tyre starting to wear slightly low

Pass 18 Feb 2016 93,800 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 93,800 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play rack ends (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 86,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

n/s/f inner wheel arch insecure

o/s/f shock absorber damp

wheel caps fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2015 86,194 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped

n/s/f inner wheel arch insecure

o/s/f shock absorber damp

wheel caps fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2013 76,865 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 70,964 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 64,912 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 9 Jan 2012 64,912 miles

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

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

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

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 13 Jan 2011 56,061 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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RV08 DHU is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RV08 DHU, 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 RV08 DHU registered?

RV08 DHU is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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