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FG03 FPU

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

111,457 mi
Last recorded111,457 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 FPU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 111,457 miles

Nearside Front abnormal wear on inside of tyre,

Fail 29 Sep 2015 111,419 miles

Electrical wiring insecure battery (1.9.2a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front abnormal wear on inside of tyre,

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 102,934 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

lateral bar corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2013 95,500 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust corroded

rattle from cambelt area

Pass 28 Sep 2013 95,500 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust corroded

rattle from cambelt area

Pass 1 Oct 2012 89,994 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 89,990 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 89,424 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 89,114 miles

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 80,871 miles

split wiper o/s n/s/r pad noise

Fail 29 Sep 2009 80,871 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

split wiper o/s n/s/r pad noise

Pass 30 Sep 2008 65,118 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 58,549 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 58,549 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,727 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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FG03 FPU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FG03 FPU, 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 FG03 FPU registered?

FG03 FPU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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