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S657 RGC

1998 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,009 mi
Last recorded115,009 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Renault Scenic88,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS657 RGC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 115,009 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 115,005 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2007 100,653 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 87,793 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 79,038 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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S657 RGC is a 1998 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S657 RGC, 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

How do I check the history of S657 RGC?

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What year was S657 RGC registered?

S657 RGC is a 1998 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S657 RGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S657 RGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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