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GX53 EBC

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

94,035 mi
Last recorded94,035 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 EBC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 94,035 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Dec 2016 94,035 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 87,863 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 87,601 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside windscreen washer weak

Fail 18 Dec 2014 82,481 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

auxillary drive belt deteriorated

nearside front tyre worn heavily on outer edge

offside mirror cover missing

power steering pipe has a slight seep (pipe from pump)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 82,481 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

auxillary drive belt deteriorated

nearside front tyre worn heavily on outer edge

offside mirror cover missing

power steering pipe has a slight seep (pipe from pump)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 77,543 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear tyre perished

power steering pipes and rack damp

Pass 15 Dec 2012 72,896 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear brake disc inner face slightly pitted

offside front fog lamp lense damaged

offside rear lamp unit damaged

offside rear tyre perished

slight misting of oil to offside of power steering rack

Fail 15 Dec 2012 72,896 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear brake disc inner face slightly pitted

offside front fog lamp lense damaged

offside rear lamp unit damaged

offside rear tyre perished

slight misting of oil to offside of power steering rack

Fail 29 Dec 2011 68,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

steering rack damp

temp repair to off side rear light unit

Pass 29 Dec 2011 68,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

steering rack damp

temp repair to off side rear light unit

Pass 13 Dec 2010 64,315 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front fog lamp lens damaged

offside rear tyre perishing

parking brake lever high

temporary repair to offside rear light lens

Fail 6 Dec 2010 64,239 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly worn

offside front fog lamp lens damaged

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 31 Dec 2009 60,290 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 54,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2008 54,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 49,267 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 40,092 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 40,092 miles

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

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

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

both rear wheels binding slightly

offside front fog lamp broken

rear bumper damaged

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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GX53 EBC is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 GX53 EBC, 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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GX53 EBC is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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