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FG53 WNY

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,240 mi
Last recorded76,240 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 WNY
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 76,240 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

centre stop light inoperative

engine malfunction light indicates a fault

engine under tray obscuring components

nearside front tyre worn on inner tread

offside rear tyre perished

slight fluid leak from power steering pressure switch.

Fail 16 Jan 2017 76,240 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

centre stop light inoperative

engine malfunction light indicates a fault

engine under tray obscuring components

nearside front tyre worn on inner tread

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Jan 2016 69,911 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 69,910 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both front inner both rear inner (3.5.1g)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

fuel filler flap fell off when opened to inspect filler cap and seal

Pass 20 May 2014 61,399 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 61,399 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 55,514 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 55,514 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 May 2012 49,418 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 49,418 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 42,089 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 38,865 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Nov 2008 31,679 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 25,680 miles

brake service o/s/f &both rear slight bind

Pass 16 Oct 2006 19,060 miles

rear brake service

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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FG53 WNY is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FG53 WNY, 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 FG53 WNY registered?

FG53 WNY is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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