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FN53 OBT

2004 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,192 mi
Last recorded25,192 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 OBT
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 25,192 miles

front head lamps discolouring

o/s/r side window broken

Fail 29 Jul 2014 29,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 29,907 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 18,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 18,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 12,963 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 7,711 miles

nearside rear seatbelt slow to retrack

play in nearside and offside front steering arms/rack

Fail 23 Mar 2010

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2010

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 48,297 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 48,297 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 62,808 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 2 Apr 2008 62,808 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Dec 2006 36,846 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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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FN53 OBT is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FN53 OBT, 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 FN53 OBT registered?

FN53 OBT is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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