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2005 Renault Scenic 1.6L Petrol · FL55 OEF

FL55 OEF

2005 Renault Scenic (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2005. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2022.

Make & Model
RENAULT SCENIC
Year / Origin
2005 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 19 Oct 2022
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 Oct 2022
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures prior to passing. The most recent recorded test on 20 October 2021 at 73,469 miles was a clean pass with no defects noted. Given that nearly five years have elapsed since this last official inspection, the vehicle is currently out of test status. The significant gap in testing history suggests the car may have sat stationary for extended periods or has not been subjected to regular inspections recently. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. Between May 2019 at 61,067 miles and October 2021 at 73,469 miles, the car covered only 12,402 miles over a two-year period. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between use often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components such as suspension bushes and seals, as well as potential corrosion on brake discs and lines. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension system, as the age of the vehicle makes it susceptible to hidden rust despite the low mileage. Check for seized brake calipers or pitting on the discs which often occurs due to lack of use. Because the MOT history shows failures in 2020 and 2021 followed immediately by passes, the previous owner likely addressed faults only when legally required. A professional follow-up MOT is essential to verify the current state of these components.
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FL55 OEF Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 19/10/2022

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
No MOT history found
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SALVAGE & AUCTION

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IMPORTED RECORD

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SCRAPPED RECORD

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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.