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GL53 BFN

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

36,854 mi
Last recorded36,854 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 BFN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 36,854 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edges

air filter loose box loose

under trays fitted

Fail 1 Nov 2017 36,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edges

air filter loose box loose

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2016 35,152 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 27,977 miles

front tyres getting low on edges.

Pass 14 Nov 2014 20,340 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 11,839 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 4,277 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 4,277 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Engine misfire

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 75,553 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 75,553 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 64,636 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 57,427 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 57,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 51,042 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 43,208 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 43,208 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 32,850 miles

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

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

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

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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GL53 BFN is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GL53 BFN, 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 GL53 BFN registered?

GL53 BFN is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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The MOT history for GL53 BFN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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