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EX03 FOT

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

122,411 mi
Last recorded122,411 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 FOT
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 122,411 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 May 2018 122,375 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2017 116,389 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 116,386 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 111,333 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 10 May 2016 111,333 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Dip beam bulb fitted at time of test (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2015 105,326 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 105,326 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 99,025 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 91,897 miles

minor oil leaks

nsf tyre 2.5mm

osr tyre wall damaged

Fail 24 May 2013 91,897 miles

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

minor oil leaks

nsf tyre 2.5mm

Pass 19 May 2012 82,773 miles

n/s/f tyre is worn to legal requirement

n/s/r tyre is worn on outer edge to legal requirements

Fail 16 May 2011 73,651 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Slight bind rear brakes

Pass 16 May 2011 73,651 miles

Slight bind rear brakes

Pass 13 May 2010 62,592 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 53,296 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 53,296 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 May 2008 43,730 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 34,980 miles

childseats fitted †rear pads near limit of wear †slight distortion in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2006 26,014 miles

front pads worn to the legal limit

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 FOT is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FOT, 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 EX03 FOT registered?

EX03 FOT is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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