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MC52 RHO

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

119,887 mi
Last recorded119,887 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 RHO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 119,887 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 113,750 miles

rear suspension cross axle brace corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2015 113,750 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

rear suspension cross axle brace corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2014 103,393 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 103,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 93,454 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 93,217 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 83,421 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 83,306 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 73,147 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 60,926 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 60,926 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MC52 RHO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MC52 RHO, 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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MC52 RHO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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