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AJ53 LXB

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,386 mi
Last recorded52,386 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 LXB
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 52,386 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 51,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 45,563 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 38,485 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 31,859 miles

Slight play in O/S Steering rack end

Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,727 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 52,872 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 84,949 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 84,949 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 4,273 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 2,966 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 41,178 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 41,178 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 35,275 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 33,423 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 33,423 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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AJ53 LXB is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 54,324 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 AJ53 LXB, 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 23 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ53 LXB registered?

AJ53 LXB is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is AJ53 LXB safe to buy?

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