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BT53 VCJ

2004 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,599 mi
Last recorded110,599 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Renault Scenic40,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 VCJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 110,599 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play N/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 102,473 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.2.B.1f)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s and o/s (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 97,455 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2016 97,306 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 87,952 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 87,952 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 85,971 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 85,967 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 85,994 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear 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 19 Jul 2013 81,972 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

offside rear tyre has a unrepairable puncture

slight play nearside front

Fail 19 Jul 2013 81,972 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

offside rear tyre has a unrepairable puncture

slight play nearside front

Pass 16 Jul 2012 77,600 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2011 71,658 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 64,342 miles

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

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

front discs pitted

Pass 2 May 2009 57,128 miles
Pass 18 May 2008 49,453 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 81,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Jan 2007 37,946 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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BT53 VCJ is a 2004 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 40,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT53 VCJ, 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 22 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BT53 VCJ is a 2004 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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