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MT53 TXB

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,282 mi
Last recorded30,282 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 TXB
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 30,282 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 30,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 24,587 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 17,040 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 12,695 miles

both front strut top bearings are showing signs that they are starting to seize.

Pass 26 Nov 2014 8,178 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 46,960 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 3,076 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 61,188 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

tested wet,noise from nearside front top strut mount ??

Pass 29 Nov 2011 53,934 miles

noise from nearside top strut mount ??

Pass 11 Dec 2010 47,171 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 91,256 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 40,842 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 33,165 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 24,544 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 16,325 miles

Front tyres low

Rear tyres low

Pass 21 Nov 2006 15,880 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 15,880 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front 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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MT53 TXB is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MT53 TXB, 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 MT53 TXB registered?

MT53 TXB is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is MT53 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 TXB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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