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SM08 YXP

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

116,295 mi
Last recorded116,295 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 YXP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 116,295 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm / cracking and perishing (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm / tyre cracking and perishing (205/55/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (4.4.3 (a))

undertray fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2021 106,063 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 106,062 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Caliper spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose insecure not fouling vehicle components

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose insecure not fouling vehicle components

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 95,060 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 95,051 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2019 83,357 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play at n/s steering arm (rack)

Fail 3 Jun 2019 83,357 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play at n/s steering arm (rack)

Pass 7 Jun 2018 74,208 miles

slight play at o/s and n/s steering arms (rack)

Fail 4 Jun 2018 74,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

slight play at o/s and n/s steering arms (rack)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 64,143 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 64,143 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 54,388 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 54,388 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 43,134 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 43,134 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 27 May 2014 32,288 miles

slight movement at steering rack on n/s

Pass 31 May 2013 21,985 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,461 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 16,016 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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SM08 YXP is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 SM08 YXP, 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 SM08 YXP registered?

SM08 YXP is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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