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PX52 VWD

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

47,261 mi
Last recorded47,261 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX52 VWD
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 47,261 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 41,454 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes along floor slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and slight bind (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 40,845 miles

Central Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive from rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 40,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs pitted with rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

steering rack noisy on lock to lock

Pass 8 Feb 2022 38,690 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs front and rear pitted with rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm bushes weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides worn ()

Pass 29 Jan 2021 37,975 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jan 2020 37,488 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides have slight play ()

Pass 13 Feb 2019 34,495 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack ends both sides ()

Fail 13 Feb 2019 34,495 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack ends both sides ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 32,522 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has surface cracking

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jan 2017 32,224 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 31,090 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 29,914 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,111 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 26,335 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 24,201 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Feb 2012 24,201 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)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2011 23,459 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 22,116 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 20,642 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 19,178 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 16,787 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 14,916 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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PX52 VWD is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 PX52 VWD, 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 PX52 VWD registered?

PX52 VWD is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 February 2003.

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The MOT history for PX52 VWD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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