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RV08 XSJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,259 mi
Last recorded108,259 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 XSJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2020 108,259 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Going white. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 101,590 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 101,469 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 96,241 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 96,241 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 91,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement barrel (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 86,126 miles

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 74,198 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

n/s rear tyre geting low on tread

o/s front tyre getting low on tread and smooth on edges

Fail 8 Apr 2014 61,075 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 61,075 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Apr 2013 50,758 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,712 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 24,905 miles

damage to bodywork

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 XSJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XSJ, 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 XSJ registered?

RV08 XSJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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