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BG03 AHL

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,957 mi
Last recorded147,957 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 AHL
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 147,957 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 143,262 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 143,233 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 137,599 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 137,403 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front brake disc's inner faces worn

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

Oil leak

Rear brake disc's worn and corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2014 127,500 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 127,500 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 118,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 108,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 15 Mar 2011 98,347 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 98,347 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 87,522 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

n/s/f tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 30 Mar 2009 75,410 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight fuel leak under bonnet

Fail 30 Mar 2009 75,410 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight fuel leak under bonnet

Pass 6 Mar 2008 65,234 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

correct number plates fitted at time of test

Fail 6 Mar 2008 65,219 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s wiper blade worn

Pass 28 Mar 2007 53,098 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 39,942 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BG03 AHL is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BG03 AHL, 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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BG03 AHL is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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