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FR04 GBX

2004 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,776 mi
Last recorded103,776 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR04 GBX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2016 103,776 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 28 Dec 2016 103,769 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Dec 2015 95,535 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 76,499 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2014 75,230 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/Rear tyre worn to 2mm and cracking on sidewalls

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

electronic fault with dash

emissions fault warning on dash

Pass 30 Dec 2013 69,230 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 65,569 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2012 65,567 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 57,783 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 49,359 miles

exhaust back box starting to blow

front pads look low

glove box lock missing

noise from engine when starting

rear discs corroded on edges

small amount of play in both steering rack arms

Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,502 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 23,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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FR04 GBX is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FR04 GBX, 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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FR04 GBX is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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