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BV03 XJW

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,341 mi
Last recorded42,341 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 XJW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 42,341 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 40,690 miles

Noise from steering or suspension top struts but no visual play

Pass 13 Oct 2016 39,810 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 39,314 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 38,826 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 38,826 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 37,975 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 36,485 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 36,485 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 33,000 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 30,215 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

both front and rear inner disc faces heavily pitted worn and scored,recommend further investigation.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 27,620 miles

both front brake disc inner faces are pitted, corroded and worn.

Fail 16 Oct 2009 27,620 miles

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

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

both front brake disc inner faces are pitted, corroded and worn.

Fail 16 Oct 2008 23,614 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 23,614 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 22,286 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 22,286 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 16,841 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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BV03 XJW is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 BV03 XJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV03 XJW registered?

BV03 XJW is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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