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GL53 DLV

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

95,910 mi
Last recorded95,910 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 DLV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 95,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front steering arm as play in joint

Fail 27 Oct 2016 95,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front steering arm as play in joint

Fail 24 Oct 2016 95,895 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 88,031 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded under plastic sleeve (2.4.C.1b)

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

main beam stalk worn slightly, seems to have slightly interference with lights

nearside front steering arm as play in joint

Pass 9 Sep 2014 78,022 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 71,591 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 71,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 64,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 56,994 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 27 Sep 2011 56,994 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 50,211 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 50,211 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 41,761 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,330 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2007 62,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 25,076 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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GL53 DLV is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue 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 GL53 DLV, 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 GL53 DLV registered?

GL53 DLV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 8 November 2003.

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