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AP53 FXZ

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,246 mi
Last recorded28,246 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 FXZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 28,246 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

parking brake warning light illuminated

Pass 21 Nov 2013 20,206 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 20,059 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wall scuffed and in genral poor condition

Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,513 miles

REAR REG PLATE WATER DAMAGED

Pass 16 Dec 2011 9,659 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 9,654 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2010 1,286 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 1,286 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 59,510 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 49,801 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 41,700 miles

Front number plate slightly discoloured

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/R tyre sidewall slightly perished

Slight movement in nearside of steering rack

Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,899 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL SCUFFED DAMAGED & PERISHED & WORN ON INNER & OUTER EDGES VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL SCUFFED DAMAGED & PERISHED & WORN ON INNER EDGE VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN BOTH TRACK ROD ENDS

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 FXZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey 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 AP53 FXZ, 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 FXZ registered?

AP53 FXZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is AP53 FXZ safe to buy?

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