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S268 TAW

1998 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,786 mi
Last recorded126,786 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Scenic88,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS268 TAW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2010 126,786 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 121,703 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 114,652 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 107,930 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 107,930 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 104,213 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2005 100,996 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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S268 TAW is a 1998 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S268 TAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S268 TAW registered?

S268 TAW is a 1998 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S268 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S268 TAW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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