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R717 GRN

1997 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,241 mi
Last recorded82,241 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Scenic93,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 GRN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2008 82,241 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 76,612 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 76,602 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 70,077 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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R717 GRN is a 1997 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 93,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R717 GRN, 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 29 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R717 GRN?

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What year was R717 GRN registered?

R717 GRN is a 1997 Renault Scenic, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R717 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 GRN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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