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FV53 YVM

2004 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

112,873 mi
Last recorded112,873 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 YVM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 112,873 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 May 2017 112,766 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 103,933 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 103,790 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2015 89,221 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 89,221 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 76,794 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 63,377 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 61,143 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 61,138 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

advise - slight play both inner trackrod joints

Fail 15 Feb 2011 58,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Spare tyre defective

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2011 58,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Spare tyre defective

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2010 55,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Feb 2009 52,734 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 48,016 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 41,412 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 41,288 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

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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FV53 YVM is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FV53 YVM, 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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FV53 YVM is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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