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SY08 YLF

2008 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,807 mi
Last recorded113,807 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 YLF
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 113,807 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 111,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 107,788 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 104,519 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 100,139 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2019 100,139 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 94,173 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 88,386 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 81,597 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 75,053 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 68,747 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 68,747 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 68,747 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 61,639 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 61,638 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2012 52,070 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 48,346 miles

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

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 28 Apr 2011 38,084 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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SY08 YLF is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SY08 YLF, 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 SY08 YLF registered?

SY08 YLF is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is SY08 YLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 YLF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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