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V478 FBP

1999 Renault Scenic

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,223 mi
Last recorded83,223 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Renault Scenic80,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV478 FBP
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 83,223 miles

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

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 83,223 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 80,706 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 80,706 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 78,998 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/r brake binding slightly ok on rbt

Fail 10 Sep 2012 76,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 76,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 73,822 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 72,937 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 71,682 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 66,245 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 59,437 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 52,964 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 52,964 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 46,505 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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V478 FBP is a 1999 Renault Scenic in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 80,972 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 V478 FBP, 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 27 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V478 FBP is a 1999 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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