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2005 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6L Petrol · FP05 MRU

FP05 MRU

2005 Renault Grand Scenic (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 92,036 miles. MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
RENAULT GRAND SCENIC
Year / Origin
2005 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 27 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
92,036 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 27 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Renault Grand Scenic passed its most recent MOT on 28 August 2025 at 92,036 miles with no defects recorded, indicating current roadworthiness is acceptable. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the test history shows two failed attempts with no defects logged, suggesting administrative or presentation issues rather than worsening mechanical condition. At 21 years old the vehicle carries low mileage for its age. Recorded mileage rose from 84,767 at the March 2022 test to 91,754 by May 2023, then held at 92,036 through both the August 2025 failure and subsequent pass. Annual use averaged roughly 4,383 miles. The sparse record shows no advisories across any entry, and the repeated same-day fail-pass pairs at 91,754 and 92,036 miles imply the car stood little used between 2023 and 2025. A buyer should still inspect structural corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points given the vehicle's 2005 build date and likely periods of inactivity. Check suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for deterioration from standing rather than wear. The clean MOT log offers no flagged faults, but low-use older cars often hide perished rubber components and seized calipers not caught in a no-defect test. Confirm the reason for the two failed tests with no defects noted, as this may reflect lighting or documentation errors at the testing station. Verify service history independently before purchase.
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FP05 MRU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2025
  • 92,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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FP05 MRU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (FP05 MRU) between March 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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FP05 MRU Mileage History

  1. 14/03/202284,767 mi
  2. 11/05/202391,754 mi+6,987 mi
  3. 11/05/202391,754 mi
  4. 15/08/202592,036 mi+282 mi
  5. 28/08/202592,036 mi

Average of roughly 2,103 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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