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HG53 MHM

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

31,526 mi
Last recorded31,526 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 MHM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 31,526 miles

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

Nearside Front steering rack has play in inner joints

Offside Front steering rack has play in inner joints

Pass 27 Jan 2015 26,794 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 23,430 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2014 23,430 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 19,643 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 155,131 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 155,131 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 4,599 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 62,262 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 59,417 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 59,417 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 51,108 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,108 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 40,220 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 29,150 miles

both rear brakes binding slightly

o/s/r tyre worn down to approx 3.mm

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Apr 2006 17,130 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 17,130 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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 MHM is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MHM, 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 MHM registered?

HG53 MHM is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is HG53 MHM safe to buy?

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