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MJ53 GXO

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

46,674 mi
Last recorded46,674 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 GXO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 46,674 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,590 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake calliper to hose (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f steering arm slight play in a ball joint

Pass 11 Sep 2014 25,546 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 25,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,250 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,378 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 14,378 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 65,257 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 65,257 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 60,500 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 52,443 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 42,223 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 28,749 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 19,862 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 GXO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MJ53 GXO, 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 MJ53 GXO registered?

MJ53 GXO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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