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FJ03 XFZ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

99,853 mi
Last recorded99,853 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 XFZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 99,853 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Sep 2017 99,640 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (3.4.2)

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

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 91,966 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt c/ rear-n s r ()

Pass 7 Sep 2015 83,668 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 78,144 miles

nearside front foglamp not working

Pass 7 Sep 2013 71,131 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 66,115 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 61,243 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2012 61,243 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 54,819 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2011 54,819 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 50,021 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 50,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 44,279 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2009 44,254 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 38,713 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 32,108 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 24,465 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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FJ03 XFZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver 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 FJ03 XFZ, 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 FJ03 XFZ registered?

FJ03 XFZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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