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VLZ 3480

2008 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,743 mi
Last recorded91,743 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 3480
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 91,743 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 91,738 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 89,730 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2025 89,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt anti rollbar link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 85,618 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever at caliper starting to stick on, not returning fully

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocks, casings corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 85,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splitting in tread STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever at caliper starting to stick on, not returning fully

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splitting in tread STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocks, casings corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 80,570 miles

Both rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

Both rear tyres starting to perish in tread

Pass 7 Mar 2022 76,126 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear axle bushes starting to perish

Fail 7 Mar 2022 76,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear axle bushes starting to perish

Pass 17 Mar 2021 72,761 miles

Rear axle bushes starting to perish

Rear tyres beginning to perish in tread

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocks starting to corrode at bottom (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 72,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear axle bushes starting to perish

Rear tyres beginning to perish in tread

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocks starting to corrode at bottom (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 71,621 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 68,018 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 63,996 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 59,980 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 55,213 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 49,935 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,905 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,827 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 37,827 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 32,663 miles

all four discs lipped

rear pads appear low

Pass 28 Mar 2011 25,229 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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VLZ 3480 is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VLZ 3480, 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 VLZ 3480 registered?

VLZ 3480 is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is VLZ 3480 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 3480 shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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