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GV53 SXO

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,414 mi
Last recorded127,414 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 SXO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 127,414 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 118,805 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 118,805 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 100,222 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 77,129 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 77,127 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 58,464 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)

all discs rusty

Pass 1 Mar 2010 16,283 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 46,283 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 36,544 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 28,805 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 20,569 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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GV53 SXO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV53 SXO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV53 SXO registered?

GV53 SXO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is GV53 SXO safe to buy?

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