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RK03 VPR

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,569 mi
Last recorded125,569 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 VPR
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 125,569 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 121,817 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle restricted view

Pass 5 Apr 2022 120,071 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

advise closer inspection to gear stick

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Fail 4 Apr 2022 120,071 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

advise closer inspection to gear stick

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Pass 31 Mar 2021 114,614 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

oil leak

vehicle restricted view

Pass 16 Mar 2020 109,922 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Support Bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 104,545 miles

Both front fog lamps not working

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

Fail 2 Apr 2019 104,528 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front fog lamps not working

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 97,063 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 97,063 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 89,649 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 83,583 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2015 78,640 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner and outer edges

rear pads getting low

Pass 28 Mar 2014 72,314 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner and outer edges

rear pads getting low

Pass 9 Mar 2013 64,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 64,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 54,642 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 54,614 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2010 45,799 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 45,799 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 36,042 miles

advise rear brake pads.80% worn

Pass 13 Mar 2008 28,890 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 21,724 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,525 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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RK03 VPR is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RK03 VPR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK03 VPR registered?

RK03 VPR is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 2 March 2003.

Is RK03 VPR safe to buy?

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