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PG53 THK

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

33,380 mi
Last recorded33,380 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG53 THK
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 33,380 miles

Bumper insecure

N/s door mirror insecure

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre deflated

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear discs worn and corroded.

Fail 21 Oct 2015 33,380 miles

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

Bumper insecure

N/s door mirror insecure

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre deflated

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear discs worn and corroded.

Pass 23 Oct 2014 29,212 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 29,212 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 203,699 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 20,367 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,595 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 23 Aug 2012 11,593 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 26 Aug 2011 4,645 miles

Drivers rear coil spring corroded but not fractured

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

Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2011 4,645 miles

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

Drivers rear coil spring corroded but not fractured

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

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

Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 1,471 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 52,854 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 52,854 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 47,487 miles

all pads getting low

Fail 27 Nov 2008 47,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all pads getting low

Pass 29 Jul 2008 43,864 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,847 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 33,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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PG53 THK is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 PG53 THK, 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 PG53 THK registered?

PG53 THK is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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