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MT53 FJU

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,942 mi
Last recorded45,942 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 FJU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 45,942 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

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

Pass 24 May 2014 31,325 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 May 2014 30,999 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2013 16,111 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 12,165 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Gearbox mounting defective

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolant level high

oil residue covering engine

various written faults on dash and engine management light illuminated

Pass 12 Jan 2012 6,356 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 934 miles

unable to check parts of vehicle properly due to covers

Pass 13 Jan 2010 66,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Jan 2010 66,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jan 2009 53,205 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 41,001 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine check light on

Pass 18 Jan 2007 25,763 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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MT53 FJU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT53 FJU, 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 MT53 FJU registered?

MT53 FJU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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