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V524 FCJ

1999 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,798 mi
Last recorded93,798 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 1999 Renault Scenic80,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV524 FCJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2008 93,798 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 93,251 miles

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

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

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,415 miles

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Sep 2006 741,406 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 74,106 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.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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V524 FCJ is a 1999 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V524 FCJ, 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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What year was V524 FCJ registered?

V524 FCJ is a 1999 Renault Scenic, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is V524 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V524 FCJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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