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HY12 VDD

2012 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,502 mi
Last recorded147,502 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Scenic60,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 VDD
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 147,502 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including front strength bar (non structural) Partly concealed by under cover (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted restricting view

Pass 13 Nov 2024 134,240 miles

Both rear shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 134,154 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working led (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Both rear shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 128,612 miles

Central Front Lower engine guards fitted, restricting full inspection

Front both shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Inner inner steering arm has slight play

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear quarter panel damaged

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear both shock absorbers corroded

Fail 9 Nov 2023 128,612 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower engine guards fitted, restricting full inspection

Front both shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Inner inner steering arm has slight play

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear quarter panel damaged

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear both shock absorbers corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2022 195,328 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 111,303 miles

rear pads wearing low

Pass 4 Nov 2020 98,466 miles

n/s/f tyre low on edges

Fail 4 Nov 2020 98,466 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

n/s/f tyre low on edges

Pass 7 May 2019 77,533 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 May 2019 77,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 59,066 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 45,102 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 17 Feb 2016 37,746 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 28,573 miles

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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HY12 VDD is a 2012 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 60,260 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 HY12 VDD, 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 14 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY12 VDD registered?

HY12 VDD is a 2012 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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