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BK05 VBU

2005 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,271 mi
Last recorded100,271 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Renault Scenic40,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VBU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 100,271 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2012 100,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 88,056 miles

offside rear door does not open from outside

Fail 17 Feb 2011 88,056 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear door does not open from outside

Pass 18 Feb 2010 78,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 68,800 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 68,800 miles

Nearside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 61,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

slight play in n/s of steering rack.

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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BK05 VBU is a 2005 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 40,503 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 BK05 VBU, 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 21 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 VBU registered?

BK05 VBU is a 2005 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BK05 VBU safe to buy?

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