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R324 XKP

1998 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,507 mi
Last recorded128,507 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Scenic88,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR324 XKP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 128,507 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 125,041 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 113,027 miles

one rear exhaust mounting rubber broken, o/s rear tyre worn low in one place

Pass 27 Feb 2012 101,464 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 101,460 miles

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 Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 89,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

high level brake light not all bulbs working

n/s/r light lens cracked

o/s/f engine mount deteoriated

Fail 17 Mar 2011 89,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

high level brake light not all bulbs working

n/s/r light lens cracked

o/s/f engine mount deteoriated

Pass 19 Mar 2010 77,951 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 77,951 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 75,378 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 75,378 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 71,682 miles

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

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

both rear lights dim slightly when indicators used

Fail 25 Feb 2008 71,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

both rear lights dim slightly when indicators used

Pass 2 Mar 2007 63,194 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 63,095 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 52,937 miles

front brake discs slightly scored

fuel filter loose

nearside front tyre worn low (2mm)

number one plug lead (ht) cracked exposing inner cores

offside front tyre worn low (3mm)

rear wiper blade split

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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R324 XKP is a 1998 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 88,752 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 R324 XKP, 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 28 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R324 XKP registered?

R324 XKP is a 1998 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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