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FV53 GVD

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 GVD
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2013

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 93,746 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 82,566 miles

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

slight play in both front track rods

Pass 20 Dec 2010 69,275 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 69,249 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 57,626 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

slight movement starting in nearside rack end

Pass 28 Nov 2008 45,280 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 31,696 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 31,477 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 23,032 miles

both rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,299 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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FV53 GVD is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FV53 GVD, 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 FV53 GVD registered?

FV53 GVD is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is FV53 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 GVD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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