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NC03 OWJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

124,257 mi
Last recorded124,257 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 OWJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 124,257 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 124,247 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 119,511 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 115,290 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 115,280 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 111,676 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 106,704 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 101,258 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 101,247 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 92,674 miles

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

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 85,801 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 85,457 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 81,887 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 75,824 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 22 Jul 2014 75,819 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2013 66,406 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 66,406 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 59,206 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 59,206 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 49,727 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 44,777 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 36,660 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 36,660 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 31,702 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 26,266 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 26,266 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,951 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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NC03 OWJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 NC03 OWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NC03 OWJ registered?

NC03 OWJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is NC03 OWJ safe to buy?

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