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BV53 LBJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,052 mi
Last recorded80,052 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 LBJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 80,052 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 OF 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 67,178 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under-trays fited.

Pass 25 Oct 2019 65,165 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 62,969 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 58,389 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 51,056 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides inner (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 47,648 miles

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 44,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise n/s/f top shock mountig bearing knotchey from lock to lock

Pass 4 Nov 2013 41,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise rear wiper blade is split

advise unable to carry out visable brake check on front and rear pads as unable to see claerly through the road wheels

Pass 28 Sep 2012 35,466 miles

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 4 Oct 2011 31,235 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 31,235 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear brakes grab slightly

n/s/r tyre is worn on edge

Pass 21 Oct 2010 28,277 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,434 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 25,434 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 22,947 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 18,187 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 12,611 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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BV53 LBJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BV53 LBJ, 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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BV53 LBJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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