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SB52 BTX

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,043 mi
Last recorded90,043 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 BTX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 90,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 78,655 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,526 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides scored inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 52,111 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,437 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 44,936 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

slight bind on n/s/f brake

Pass 31 Jan 2013 39,952 miles

slight play nsf lower ball joint

Fail 31 Jan 2013 39,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play nsf lower ball joint

Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,704 miles

nearside front and offside rear inner brake pad linings approx 90% worn - suggets replaced

offside rear tyre has age cracks - suggest repalced

Pass 11 Jan 2011 34,010 miles

Driver's seat belt 'lazy' to retract.

Front brake discs in poor condition and pads worn.

N/S front tyre worn on both edges and getting close to the legal limit. Recommend replacement.

O/S rear tyre perished and would recommend replacement.

Rear brake pads low.

Fail 11 Jan 2011 34,010 miles

Driver's seat belt 'lazy' to retract.

Front brake discs in poor condition and pads worn.

N/S front tyre worn on both edges and getting close to the legal limit. Recommend replacement.

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/S rear tyre perished and would recommend replacement.

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake pads low.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 31,044 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 31,044 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 27,444 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 24,291 miles

child seat fitted near side rear

Fail 17 Jan 2008 24,291 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

child seat fitted near side rear

hand brake out of balance

hand brake travel high

off side rear wheel binding

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 16 Jan 2007 19,984 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 14,676 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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SB52 BTX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SB52 BTX, 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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SB52 BTX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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