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SB55 BXR

2005 Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,690 mi
Last recorded98,690 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt61,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 BXR
MakeRenault
ModelG-scenic Dynamique Vvt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 98,690 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)

Fail 23 May 2016 98,668 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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)

Pass 19 May 2015 80,685 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 80,685 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 May 2014 71,906 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres cracking in treads

engine oil low

o/s rear tyre worn near wear bands and cracking in treads

Fail 30 May 2014 71,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres cracking in treads

engine oil low

o/s rear tyre worn near wear bands and cracking in treads

Fail 4 Jul 2013 65,244 miles

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

engine covers fitted can not inspect all parts

front tyres tread cracking

Pass 4 Jul 2013 65,244 miles

engine covers fitted can not inspect all parts

front tyres tread cracking

Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,766 miles

engine covers fitted can not inspect all parts

Pass 4 Jul 2011 47,435 miles

engine covers fitted can not inspect all parts

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,005 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 30,826 miles

BOTH FRONT DISCS STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF DETERIORATION ON INNER FACES

Fail 21 Oct 2008 29,028 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f wiper blade worn

Pass 21 Oct 2008 29,028 miles

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

o/s/f wiper blade worn

How Reliable is the Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt?

Based on 1,622 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
7,778
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 72
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 55
Registration plate lamp not working 52
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 41
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SB55 BXR is a 2005 Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 61,218 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 G-scenic Dynamique Vvt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB55 BXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SB55 BXR is a 2005 Renault G-scenic Dynamique Vvt, first registered on 12 December 2005.

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