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GJ04 EWM

2004 Renault Scenic

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

63,126 mi
Last recorded63,126 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2012
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 EWM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2012 63,126 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 27 Oct 2012 63,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 57,510 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f inner rack has play in it

o/s/r inner door handle snapped

rear discs worn

Fail 8 Nov 2011 57,510 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f inner rack has play in it

o/s/r inner door handle snapped

rear discs worn

Pass 26 Feb 2011 49,331 miles

front discs and pads worn

Fail 30 Jan 2010 35,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

rear brake balence just on limit

Pass 30 Jan 2010 35,282 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

rear brake balence just on limit

Pass 30 Jan 2009 21,705 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 21,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Feb 2008 8,596 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 8,589 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 1,529 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

spare tyre punctured

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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GJ04 EWM is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GJ04 EWM, 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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GJ04 EWM is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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