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LJ53 FSF

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,634 mi
Last recorded28,634 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 FSF
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 28,634 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 28,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,057 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 18,057 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 5,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,668 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 37,557 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 33,741 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 31,192 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 27,894 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 27,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 23,399 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 18,588 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 15,935 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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LJ53 FSF is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJ53 FSF, 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 LJ53 FSF registered?

LJ53 FSF is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is LJ53 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 FSF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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