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VU08 HGD

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

167,353 mi
Last recorded167,353 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 HGD
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 167,353 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 161,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 156,007 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 156,007 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 150,363 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 146,116 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructed view

Pass 7 Nov 2018 140,320 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 140,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 133,349 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 127,832 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 121,094 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 107,357 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly and getting low in places

Pass 21 Jun 2013 89,133 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2012 73,367 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 73,367 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 54,454 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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VU08 HGD is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VU08 HGD, 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 VU08 HGD registered?

VU08 HGD is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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