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BF53 AWV

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,024 mi
Last recorded87,024 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 AWV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 87,024 miles

Offside Front strut top bearing worn

Fail 23 Nov 2016 87,024 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front strut top bearing worn

tyre size 195/65 R15 V

Pass 9 Dec 2015 81,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounts broken system still supported

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Wiring at rear of engine damaged and poorly secured/protected

Fail 8 Dec 2015 81,718 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounts broken system still supported

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Wiring at rear of engine damaged and poorly secured/protected

Pass 27 Oct 2014 75,638 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 69,646 miles

ALL BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT RUSTY ON EDGES.

Fail 30 Oct 2013 69,646 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

ALL BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT RUSTY ON EDGES.

Pass 19 Jul 2012 63,383 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 56,851 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 52,187 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 52,187 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 43,612 miles

o/s/r and centre seats removed seat belt test carried out as far as possible

Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,891 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 35,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 17 Jul 2007 27,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 27,565 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
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BF53 AWV is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BF53 AWV, 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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BF53 AWV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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