CarVerify

Free Car Check

YN51 DFU

2001 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,903 mi
Last recorded70,903 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Scenic76,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 DFU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 70,903 miles

crack in n/s mirror glass

n/s rear axle brake pipe starting to corrode

n/s/r seat belt not fully inspected due to child seat

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

slight damage to n/s/f outer wheel rim

Fail 20 Dec 2014 70,855 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

crack in n/s mirror glass

n/s rear axle brake pipe starting to corrode

n/s/r seat belt not fully inspected due to child seat

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

slight damage to n/s/f outer wheel rim

Pass 5 Dec 2013 62,101 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2013 62,043 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2012 51,538 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 51,538 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,526 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 47,945 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Oct 2011 47,945 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2010 43,972 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 43,946 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 39,972 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 34,995 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 34,969 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 30,092 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 25,562 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 21,490 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
Full Renault Scenic reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YN51 DFU is a 2001 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 76,880 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 YN51 DFU, 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 25 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YN51 DFU?

You can check the full history of YN51 DFU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YN51 DFU registered?

YN51 DFU is a 2001 Renault Scenic, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is YN51 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN51 DFU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YN51 DFU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YN51 DFU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.