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MJ53 FRN

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

21,370 mi
Last recorded21,370 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 FRN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 21,370 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s rear brake slightly binding

Fail 9 Apr 2014 21,358 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s rear brake slightly binding

Pass 16 Apr 2013 14,949 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all 4 tyres close to limit

Pass 19 Apr 2012 9,268 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

Fail 17 Apr 2012 9,923 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all tyres close to legal limit

Pass 7 Apr 2011 2,286 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f @ o/s/f @ n/s/r tyres wearing on edges

Fail 4 Apr 2011 2,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f @ o/s/f @ n/s/r tyres wearing on edges

Fail 8 Apr 2010 63,849 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 63,849 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 23,527 miles

N/s/f tyre wearing low.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/s/r tyre[was spare] wearing low.

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,527 miles

N/s/f tyre wearing low.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

O/s/r tyre[was spare] wearing low.

Pass 26 Feb 2008 43,164 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 37,224 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 35,360 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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MJ53 FRN is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 MJ53 FRN, 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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MJ53 FRN is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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