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NV53 HLU

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,145 mi
Last recorded75,145 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 HLU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 75,145 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 75,098 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 72,934 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

handbrake cable mechanism / caliper sticking / worn

steering lock worn, needs investigation

Fail 8 Oct 2014 72,932 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

handbrake cable mechanism / caliper sticking / worn

steering lock worn, needs investigation

Pass 12 Oct 2013 70,351 miles

n/s/r brake slightly binding

o/s/f strut top mounting slightly rough on lock to lock

very slight play in n/s/f and o/s/f track rod ends

Fail 6 Oct 2012 59,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

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

advise spare wheel missing

offside front upper strut bearing is slightly notchy

slight oil leak starting from rocker cover

Pass 6 Oct 2012 59,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

advise spare wheel missing

offside front upper strut bearing is slightly notchy

slight oil leak starting from rocker cover

Pass 5 Oct 2011 48,009 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 39,736 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 37,771 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 32,759 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 28,502 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 28,500 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 24,148 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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NV53 HLU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NV53 HLU, 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 NV53 HLU registered?

NV53 HLU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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