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A8 PBJ

2002 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

110,250 mi
Last recorded110,250 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Scenic72,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 PBJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 110,250 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 110,250 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 102,301 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 102,301 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 89,132 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 77,140 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 77,135 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 74,124 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 74,124 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 65,832 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 55,483 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 55,483 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 45,407 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 45,407 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,108 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 30,575 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 22,622 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 22,622 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 14,512 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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A8 PBJ is a 2002 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 72,137 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 A8 PBJ, 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 24 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 PBJ registered?

A8 PBJ is a 2002 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is A8 PBJ safe to buy?

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