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FE54 VMV

2004 Renault Scenic

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

119,649 mi
Last recorded119,649 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE54 VMV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 119,649 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 119,649 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 116,930 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 116,920 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 113,857 miles

fault on starter or starter switch

Fail 14 Feb 2019 113,827 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

fault on starter or starter switch

Pass 12 Feb 2018 107,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 107,133 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre inner sidewall ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 99,536 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 99,491 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre box mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie-rod (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie-rod (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not blade (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 91,422 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack ends (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 91,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack ends (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 82,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres VERY close to legal limit

Fail 12 Feb 2015 82,620 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres VERY close to legal limit

Pass 28 Jan 2014 72,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear 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

slight exhaust blow from rear box

Pass 19 Feb 2013 65,823 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 65,788 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 57,130 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

n/s steering axial ball joint has slight play.

o/s steering axial ball joint has slight play.

Pass 3 Feb 2011 45,022 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 33,072 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 33,072 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,722 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering rack arms have slight play

Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,722 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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FE54 VMV is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2004 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 40,000 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 FE54 VMV, 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 22 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE54 VMV registered?

FE54 VMV is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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