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RF03 XMJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,977 mi
Last recorded128,977 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 XMJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 128,977 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 120,774 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 113,294 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front to rear brake pipe corroded,covered in grease or other material,both

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 107,158 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front to rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, both

Fail 15 Dec 2020 107,111 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front to rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, both

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jul 2019 99,590 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 92,882 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 86,834 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front junction to flexi hose. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front junction to flexi hose. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 86,817 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 81,374 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 69,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner tread sections

both rear tyres beginning to wear low on outer tread sections and perishing slightly

Pass 28 Mar 2008 55,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 27 Mar 2008 55,714 miles

Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2007 44,649 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 44,583 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 44,583 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 41,801 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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RF03 XMJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RF03 XMJ, 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 RF03 XMJ registered?

RF03 XMJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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