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GP53 GPZ

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,312 mi
Last recorded70,312 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 GPZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 70,312 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

both rear shock absorbers corroded

nearside rear tyre worn heavily (raised tread)

offside rear tyre worn (raised tread)

slight play in offside steering rack inner joint

Fail 30 Oct 2015 70,311 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

both rear shock absorbers corroded

nearside rear tyre worn heavily (raised tread)

offside rear tyre worn (raised tread)

slight play in offside steering rack inner joint

Pass 14 Nov 2014 67,138 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear tyres worn close to limit bald on raised tread advise replace nearside rear

Fail 14 Nov 2014 67,138 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear tyres worn close to limit bald on raised tread advise replace nearside rear

Fail 18 Nov 2013 63,632 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

engine undertray loose

exhaust deteriating

nearside door mirror damaged

rear tyres wearing on raised tread area

Pass 18 Nov 2013 63,632 miles

engine undertray loose

exhaust deteriating

nearside door mirror damaged

rear tyres wearing on raised tread area

Pass 1 Nov 2012 54,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorbers corroded

both rear tyres wearing on outer edge

n/s/f tyre perished and worn very close to limit ( advise replacement )

o/s/r door panel damage

o/s/r lamp unit damage

slight exhaust leak from rear system and corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2011 43,339 miles

knocking noise when operating brakes in roller brake tester

offside front top strut mounting bearing sticking

offside rear light lense damaged

rear no plate deteriorating

slight play in offside front track rod end

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2011 43,339 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

knocking noise when operating brakes in roller brake tester

offside front top strut mounting bearing sticking

offside rear light lense damaged

rear no plate deteriorating

slight play in offside front track rod end

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2010 36,543 miles

front brake pads worn very low

noise from offside front suspension when driving vehicle

rear no plate deteriorating

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to undertray fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2009 32,455 miles

rear number plate discolouring

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 30 Oct 2009 32,455 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear number plate discolouring

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Oct 2008 26,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres badly worn on edges ( strongly advice replacement)

engine under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of engine compartment

front brake discs worn and lipped

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Oct 2007 20,808 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on edges

unable to fully inspect engine compartment due to cover fitted underneath

Pass 7 Nov 2006 14,734 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

tyre sidewall damage

wipers in poor condition

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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GP53 GPZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GP53 GPZ, 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 GP53 GPZ registered?

GP53 GPZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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