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BG53 JRU

2003 Renault Scenic

Maroon Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,359 mi
Last recorded22,359 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 JRU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 22,359 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 May 2013 22,161 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,044 miles

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

engine warning light on dash

Fail 4 Apr 2012 17,044 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine warning light on dash

Fail 25 Mar 2011 11,413 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 11,413 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 6,130 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 1 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2008 38,557 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 25,293 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 24,232 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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BG53 JRU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Maroon with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BG53 JRU, 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 BG53 JRU registered?

BG53 JRU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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