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BU16 NFM

2016 Renault Scenic

Bronze Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,456 mi
Last recorded82,456 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Scenic40,473 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 NFM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2016
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 82,456 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Sep 2025 82,432 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2024 74,230 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 74,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 65,833 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 56,680 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 48,280 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 43,389 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 33,569 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 16,844 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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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BU16 NFM is a 2016 Renault Scenic in Bronze with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 40,473 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 BU16 NFM, 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 10 years old, this Renault Scenic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 NFM registered?

BU16 NFM is a 2016 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is BU16 NFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 NFM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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