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RJ03 UNF

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

126,963 mi
Last recorded126,963 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 UNF
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 126,963 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 111,765 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2013 111,765 miles

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

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

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

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2012 104,886 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)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 104,843 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 96,169 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)

rear discs and pads deterating

Fail 2 Dec 2011 96,141 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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)

rear discs and pads deterating

Pass 29 Dec 2010 77,544 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2010 77,544 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2009 60,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear brake hose ferrals starting to corrode

Pass 26 Nov 2009 60,420 miles

both rear brake hose ferrals starting to corrode

Pass 9 Dec 2008 51,350 miles

brake pipe corrosion

coolant low in resivior

exhaust corrosion

Fail 4 Dec 2008 51,316 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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)

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

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

brake pipe corrosion

coolant low in resivior

exhaust corrosion

Pass 6 Dec 2007 41,541 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,418 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 32,418 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RJ03 UNF is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 RJ03 UNF, 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 RJ03 UNF registered?

RJ03 UNF is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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