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VU12 JSX

2012 Renault Scenic

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,609 mi
Last recorded122,609 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Scenic60,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 JSX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 122,609 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear rear side light not working

Pass 19 Jun 2025 113,508 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2025 113,508 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 103,443 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 103,443 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 91,558 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 75,012 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 61,802 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 53,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 42,299 miles

all 4 tyres perishing

Pass 21 Feb 2018 38,153 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 33,723 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 30,073 miles

both front tyres low on edges

Pass 12 Feb 2015 25,602 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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VU12 JSX is a 2012 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 60,260 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 VU12 JSX, 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 14 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU12 JSX registered?

VU12 JSX is a 2012 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VU12 JSX safe to buy?

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