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EX03 FOD

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

87,718 mi
Last recorded87,718 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 FOD
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 87,718 miles

centre rear seat missing at time of test

Fail 8 Aug 2016 87,718 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

centre rear seat missing at time of test

Pass 2 Jul 2015 83,228 miles

Engine Warning Light Indicates Fault

Fail 2 Jul 2015 83,228 miles

Centre Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Engine Warning Light Indicates Fault

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 77,642 miles

Both front seats slight play

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jul 2014 77,642 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Both front seats slight play

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2013 70,455 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 70,455 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 64,498 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

N/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

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

Fail 12 Jul 2012 64,498 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

N/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 58,447 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 58,429 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2010 53,103 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 53,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 47,386 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 41,563 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 34,309 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 34,309 miles

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

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 26,882 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 26,882 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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EX03 FOD is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX03 FOD, 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 EX03 FOD registered?

EX03 FOD is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is EX03 FOD safe to buy?

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