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BD53 MUO

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,161 mi
Last recorded42,161 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 MUO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,161 miles

Slight play in both steering inner arms

Pass 11 Sep 2017 39,712 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 39,712 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 34,793 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 34,793 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 30,752 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 30,752 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,307 miles

rear wiper blade worn.

Fail 24 Nov 2014 25,307 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhust heat shield insecure.

rear wiper blade worn.

Pass 26 Nov 2013 15,045 miles

Rear wiper u/s

Slight play offside steering rack

Fail 25 Nov 2013 15,045 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear wiper u/s

Slight play offside steering rack

Fail 28 Nov 2012 5,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 5,020 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 44,721 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 35,802 miles

Front brake disks slightly worn

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

Fail 18 Nov 2010 35,802 miles

Front brake disks slightly worn

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 26,064 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 23,623 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 20,082 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 16,442 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 12,520 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BD53 MUO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BD53 MUO, 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 BD53 MUO registered?

BD53 MUO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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