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AP53 DXW

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,763 mi
Last recorded44,763 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 DXW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 44,763 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 36,209 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 36,202 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,560 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 16,729 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010
Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,027 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 37,956 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 26,821 miles

front number plate showing signs of water ingress

Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,045 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 18,028 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 13,650 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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AP53 DXW is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 AP53 DXW, 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 AP53 DXW registered?

AP53 DXW is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is AP53 DXW safe to buy?

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