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NUI 1659

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,448 mi
Last recorded112,448 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUI 1659
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 112,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering switch leaking will require attention asap (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2026 112,448 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear excessively corroded above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering switch leaking will require attention asap (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 109,905 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 107,264 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above exhaust heat shield (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 107,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above exhaust heat shield (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 104,649 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 104,649 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 102,001 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Mar 2021 98,576 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 98,576 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 96,322 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in clips towards rear of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 91,786 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded in several places (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 87,503 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 82,646 miles

Offside Front seatbelt slow to retract

Pass 14 Mar 2016 76,977 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 71,861 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 67,265 miles

figures fading on no` plates! drive belt cracked.

main brake pipe corroded/pitted quite badly in places at rear section.

Fail 17 Mar 2014 67,265 miles

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

figures fading on no` plates! drive belt cracked.

main brake pipe corroded/pitted quite badly in places at rear section.

Pass 27 Mar 2013 62,605 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 62,605 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 57,973 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 52,384 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 46,377 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 40,452 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,319 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 27,303 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,122 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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NUI 1659 is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 NUI 1659, 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

How do I check the history of NUI 1659?

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What year was NUI 1659 registered?

NUI 1659 is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is NUI 1659 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUI 1659 shows 27 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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