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SW08 FFX

2008 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

103,466 mi
Last recorded103,466 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 FFX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 103,466 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 101,445 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 101,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2024 99,043 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber body corroded

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

Offside Rear shock absorber body corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2023 95,693 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2023 95,693 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 92,940 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing inside treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 89,766 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 87,615 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 87,615 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 85,324 miles

Nearside Front Track rod has play in the ball joint

Offside Front Track rod has play in the ball joint

Pass 8 Jun 2018 79,499 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 79,498 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 73,960 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 9 Jun 2017 73,960 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2016 69,655 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 62,389 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,193 miles

both rear tyres worn on sidewalls and cracking

Pass 29 May 2013 49,021 miles

all four tyres worn on sidewalla

nearside rear tyre worn outer edge

Fail 29 May 2013 49,021 miles

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

all four tyres worn on sidewalla

nearside rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 12 Jun 2012 41,880 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 35,587 miles

fold away left foot accelerator pedal fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2011 31,337 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 31,337 miles

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

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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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SW08 FFX is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 SW08 FFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW08 FFX registered?

SW08 FFX is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SW08 FFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 FFX shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 FFX have outstanding finance?

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