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FM03 XET

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

114,903 mi
Last recorded114,903 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 XET
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 114,903 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 114,903 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 111,607 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 108,094 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Jul 2014 103,525 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear caliper return springs missing

Fail 7 Jul 2014 103,506 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear caliper return springs missing

Pass 17 Jun 2013 99,739 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 99,737 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 93,058 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 87,076 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 82,060 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 73,184 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 73,182 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 63,873 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 63,871 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 55,754 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 42,369 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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FM03 XET is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FM03 XET, 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 FM03 XET registered?

FM03 XET is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 7 July 2003.

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