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DX53 FDO

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,303 mi
Last recorded159,303 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 FDO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 159,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 159,303 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 153,864 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 153,855 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 147,549 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 141,273 miles

o/s front tyre worn thin on inside tread and a small cut

o/s rear tyre worn on outer treads with small cuts

Fail 22 Sep 2014 141,273 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn thin on inside tread and a small cut

o/s rear tyre worn on outer treads with small cuts

Pass 30 Sep 2013 135,230 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 135,220 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 129,068 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 121,410 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 107,080 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 87,868 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 73,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 53,115 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 41,002 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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DX53 FDO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DX53 FDO, 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 DX53 FDO registered?

DX53 FDO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DX53 FDO safe to buy?

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