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BF53 FFA

2003 Renault Scenic

Maroon Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,104 mi
Last recorded37,104 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 FFA
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2017 37,104 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

excessive engine judder

Pass 12 Nov 2016 32,488 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 26,436 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 26,343 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 23,711 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 23,710 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 17,167 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 17,139 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 9,244 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 76,275 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 66,257 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 66,257 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 55,508 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 45,192 miles

light scratching to swept area of zone b of windscreen

Fail 14 Oct 2008 45,192 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

light scratching to swept area of zone b of windscreen

Pass 24 Oct 2007 37,619 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 FFA is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Maroon with a 1,870cc diesel 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 FFA, 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 BF53 FFA registered?

BF53 FFA is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is BF53 FFA safe to buy?

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