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YE08 VSN

2008 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

67,343 mi
Last recorded67,343 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 VSN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 67,343 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

reverse lights not working

Fail 10 Jan 2022 67,334 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

reverse lights not working

Pass 21 Jan 2021 58,390 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 58,349 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

service brake just above limit 55%

Pass 7 Jun 2019 56,432 miles

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

Offside Front c.v .joint noisey on full lock

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge also some cracking on wall (5.2.3 (e))

no n/s/ rear seat or centre seat fitted at time of test

no tow ball fitted to tow bar when tested

Fail 24 May 2019 56,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front c.v .joint noisey on full lock

Offside Front flexible brake hose not secured

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge also some cracking on wall (5.2.3 (e))

no n/s/ rear seat or centre seat fitted at time of test

no tow ball fitted to tow bar when tested

Pass 1 Jun 2018 54,001 miles

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

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

both rear tyres getting low on tread

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 29 May 2018 54,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

both rear tyres getting low on tread

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Apr 2017 52,657 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,038 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 43,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 34,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 May 2014 64,753 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 28,722 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,908 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 16,981 miles

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

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

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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YE08 VSN 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 68.8%.

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 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 YE08 VSN, 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 YE08 VSN registered?

YE08 VSN is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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