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OU53 RHX

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,109 mi
Last recorded40,109 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 RHX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 40,109 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 28,076 miles

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)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 28,076 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

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

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,635 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,330 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 2,329 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear tyre outer edge worn

Fail 20 Jul 2012 2,329 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear tyre outer edge worn

Pass 20 Jul 2011 91,663 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 91,663 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 83,534 miles

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 68,816 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 50,402 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 50,402 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 28,715 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 28,715 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 10,409 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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OU53 RHX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OU53 RHX, 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 OU53 RHX registered?

OU53 RHX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 7 October 2003.

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