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HJ04 RBV

2004 Renault Scenic

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

18,833 mi
Last recorded18,833 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ04 RBV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 18,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing signs of perishing (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front fog lamp smashed

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing signs of perishing (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2017 18,833 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing signs of perishing (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front fog lamp smashed

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing signs of perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 12,855 miles

both wipers worn

play in n/s/front wheel bearing

Fail 19 Mar 2016 12,854 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

both wipers worn

play in n/s/front wheel bearing

Pass 9 Mar 2015 8,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/f fog lense damaged

Fail 7 Mar 2015 8,892 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/f fog lense damaged

Pass 7 Mar 2014 4,968 miles

O/S/REAR TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 2,078 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 2,078 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,197 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 37,197 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 30,626 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 25,097 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 43,605 miles

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

front brake pads getting low

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 18 Mar 2008 18,418 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 12,572 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 12,572 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HJ04 RBV is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol 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 HJ04 RBV, 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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HJ04 RBV is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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