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FY53 GZR

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

192,055 mi
Last recorded192,055 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 GZR
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 192,055 miles

Nearside Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded middle of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2015 180,195 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 165,508 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 146,643 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 146,642 miles

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

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

o/s wiper blade splitting

Pass 2 Aug 2012 134,245 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise - both rear tyres chunking/feathering on inner edges

advise - signs of corrosion to brake pipe behind off side front shocker

Pass 30 Aug 2011 121,168 miles

front brake discs starting to wear and only braking on about 80% of the disc

o/s/r tyre starting to go out of shape

Fail 30 Aug 2011 121,163 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs starting to wear and only braking on about 80% of the disc

o/s/r tyre starting to go out of shape

Pass 24 Aug 2010 109,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2010 109,412 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 95,433 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 81,181 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Dampness on power steering rack

Offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Sump gasket leaking

Pass 31 Aug 2007 67,674 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 67,674 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 50,296 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 50,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FY53 GZR is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FY53 GZR, 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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FY53 GZR is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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