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PJ03 GXW

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

155,005 mi
Last recorded155,005 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 GXW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 155,005 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 155,005 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 154,911 miles

Central Stop lamp not working

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

Oil leak ()

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 15 Jan 2016 149,422 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 149,422 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 139,692 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 132,256 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 131,178 miles

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

engine light on

Fail 15 Jan 2013 131,178 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure 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)

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

engine light on

Pass 18 Jan 2012 129,407 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 119,013 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 108,719 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 108,719 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 12 Jan 2009 95,538 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 95,538 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 83,620 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 74,876 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 74,876 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 60,685 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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PJ03 GXW is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 PJ03 GXW, 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 PJ03 GXW registered?

PJ03 GXW is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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