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LW04 GBU

2004 Renault Grand Scenic

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

44,292 mi
Last recorded44,292 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic43,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 GBU
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Scenic
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 44,292 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 44,292 miles

Stop lamp not working rear all (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 37,861 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 37,828 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 29,816 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 23,340 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,465 miles

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

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

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

engine managment light on

Fail 26 Mar 2013 18,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine management light on

Fail 12 Mar 2013 18,411 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Feb 2012 9,184 miles

n/s/f door mirrior glass missing

n/s/f inner steering joint movement detected/recomend replacement

o/s/f inner steering joint movement detected/ recomend replacement

o/s/r tyre perishing /low tread

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 13 Feb 2012 9,184 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

n/s/f door mirrior glass missing

n/s/f inner steering joint movement detected/recomend replacement

o/s/f inner steering joint movement detected/ recomend replacement

o/s/r tyre perishing /low tread

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 Feb 2011 56 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 56 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

new clocks fitted and only 56 miles recorded

offside rear tyre wall to tread perished and 3mm tread

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

slight play in offside and nearside front inner rack arms

Pass 10 Feb 2010 41,135 miles

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 24 Nov 2009 41,137 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2008 31,604 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

n/s/rtyre tread outer shoulder worn+punctured

Pass 11 Jun 2007 16,879 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Scenic?

Based on 1,035,934 MOT tests across 73,321 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
7,618
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
73,321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39,444
position lamp(s) not working 37,193
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29,945
Registration plate lamp not working 25,567
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,012
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LW04 GBU is a 2004 Renault Grand Scenic in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2004 Renault Grand Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 43,716 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 Grand Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 39,444 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LW04 GBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Renault Grand Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LW04 GBU is a 2004 Renault Grand Scenic, first registered on 19 July 2004.

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