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SW53 JFJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 JFJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014

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

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

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

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 21,886 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 13,472 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 5,479 miles

park brake warning light on os blade smearing/ parkbrake electric motor is noisey/high level stop light innop/rear indicator bulbs faded/nsf tyre low on inner edge /o/s/f disc rusty on inner edge

Fail 9 Aug 2011 5,479 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

park brake warning light on os blade smearing/ parkbrake electric motor is noisey/high level stop light innop/rear indicator bulbs faded/nsf tyre low on inner edge /o/s/f disc rusty on inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2010
Pass 29 Jul 2009 38,779 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

spare on o/s/f

Pass 2 Dec 2008 37,503 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 33,269 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 27,550 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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SW53 JFJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SW53 JFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW53 JFJ registered?

SW53 JFJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is SW53 JFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW53 JFJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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