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LA03 JMU

2003 Renault Scenic

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,551 mi
Last recorded99,551 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 JMU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 99,551 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 97,817 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust box is corroded.

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 97,772 miles

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

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

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Fog Lamp Not Working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Silencer Corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2015 95,603 miles

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

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 28 Jul 2014 95,490 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2013 95,133 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2012 87,049 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 87,049 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 78,436 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 78,436 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2010 68,456 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 60,386 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 60,386 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 14 Jul 2008 51,929 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 51,929 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 41,457 miles

front wipers poor

rear brake pads sticking on slightly

Pass 26 Jul 2006 32,414 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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LA03 JMU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Brown with a 1,998cc 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 LA03 JMU, 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 LA03 JMU registered?

LA03 JMU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is LA03 JMU safe to buy?

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