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FN51 XLB

2001 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

161,648 mi
Last recorded161,648 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Scenic76,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 XLB
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 161,648 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 19 Dec 2017 161,648 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Dec 2016 150,538 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear axle pivot bushes worn

Pass 23 Dec 2015 139,294 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 139,087 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 129,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection of wheels

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 129,981 miles

Wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection of wheels

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 121,108 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 112,878 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 112,828 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2011 104,401 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front c/v joints noisy

Pass 22 Dec 2011 104,401 miles

front c/v joints noisy

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 93,583 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 93,412 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 82,005 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 73,614 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 66,010 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 52,033 miles

osr tyre starting to perish

Pass 8 Mar 2006 40,111 miles

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

all brake discs slightly worn

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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FN51 XLB is a 2001 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2001 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 76,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN51 XLB, 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 25 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FN51 XLB is a 2001 Renault Scenic, first registered on 2 October 2001.

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