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PN53 VDX

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,201 mi
Last recorded20,201 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 VDX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,201 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

centre exhaust rubber worn but system still secured

damage to nearside lower sill

slight play in nearside inner steering rack arm

Pass 28 Feb 2015 15,437 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust rubbers worn

Pass 3 Feb 2014 10,228 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

engine mouting slightly worn

Fail 3 Feb 2014 10,228 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

engine mouting slightly worn

Fail 1 Feb 2013 3,744 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 3,744 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 84,535 miles

rear silencer blowing

Fail 1 Feb 2012 84,535 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear silencer blowing

Fail 4 Mar 2011 74,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre slightly cracked

Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre slightly cracked

Pass 20 Feb 2010 10,805 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 47,654 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 34,613 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 20,891 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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PN53 VDX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,390cc 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 PN53 VDX, 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 PN53 VDX registered?

PN53 VDX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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