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NX53 SUA

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

147,006 mi
Last recorded147,006 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 SUA
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2019 147,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 144,745 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

headlights deteriorating slightly.

Fail 13 Sep 2018 144,745 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

headlights deteriorating slightly.

Pass 28 Jul 2017 138,361 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 137,583 miles

under trays & covers fitted.

Fail 20 Jul 2016 137,583 miles

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

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

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

under trays & covers fitted.

Pass 30 Jul 2015 133,101 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 133,101 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/rear tyre deteriorating/perishing & worn on inner edge.

Pass 19 Aug 2014 124,543 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 124,543 miles

Offside Front 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 16 Aug 2013 115,596 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 115,596 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 106,133 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 93,999 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear discs worn & scored.

Pass 19 Aug 2010 81,716 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 81,716 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 67,305 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 67,305 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 50,946 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 50,870 miles

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 34,690 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 34,690 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 21,953 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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NX53 SUA is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 NX53 SUA, 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 NX53 SUA registered?

NX53 SUA is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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