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GJ03 RHV

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

96,613 mi
Last recorded96,613 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 RHV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 96,613 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

hand brake travel long

Fail 26 Sep 2016 96,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

hand brake travel long

Pass 7 Sep 2015 87,031 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 87,031 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 77,609 miles

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

boot lock button missing but is easily opened

rear brake pads look low

Pass 11 Sep 2014 77,609 miles

boot lock button missing but is easily opened

rear brake pads look low

Pass 17 Oct 2013 70,187 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 70,187 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 63,986 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 57,708 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 53,334 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 47,311 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 47,311 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 39,306 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 39,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise damage to o\s\f tyre

Pass 17 Apr 2007 34,004 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

advise front brake pads look low

Pass 21 Apr 2006 26,552 miles

advice on both side rear brakes slightly binding

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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GJ03 RHV 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 64.7%.

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 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 GJ03 RHV, 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 GJ03 RHV registered?

GJ03 RHV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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