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HG53 DCV

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,229 mi
Last recorded69,229 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 DCV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 69,229 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 68,768 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 63,538 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 58,854 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 53,406 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 53,406 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 50,024 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 44,792 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 44,792 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 39,647 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 39,647 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 31,382 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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HG53 DCV is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel 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 HG53 DCV, 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 HG53 DCV registered?

HG53 DCV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is HG53 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 DCV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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