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T121 PAL

2009 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,909 mi
Last recorded137,909 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Scenic65,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT121 PAL
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 137,909 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror slightly loose

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2025 137,835 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside mirror slightly loose

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 128,212 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose Central mirror not properly secure (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside front door damaged

Vehicle has covers fitted making unable to check some testable components

Pass 24 Mar 2023 124,298 miles

Offside Front Drivers door damaged close to A pillar, but door opens and closes correctly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 124,298 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drivers door damaged close to A pillar, but door opens and closes correctly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 118,581 miles

Drivers door damaged close to A pillar, but door opens and closes correctly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 118,581 miles

Drivers door damaged close to A pillar, but door opens and closes correctly

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 114,550 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 112,688 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 103,002 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 92,091 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 82,908 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 82,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 70,760 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2015 61,824 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 50,453 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 5 Mar 2013 38,405 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 30,960 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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T121 PAL is a 2009 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 T121 PAL, 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 17 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T121 PAL registered?

T121 PAL is a 2009 Renault Scenic, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is T121 PAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T121 PAL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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