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RK53 OBN

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

45,429 mi
Last recorded45,429 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 OBN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 45,429 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 45,429 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 38,782 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2015 38,782 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

underbody corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2014 34,671 miles

engine oil leaks

n/s/r tyre wearing low on outer edge

slight dampness around n/s/r shocker

Fail 29 Aug 2014 34,572 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,802 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 28,770 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 23,166 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 15,412 miles

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

o/s/f wiper blade smearing

Pass 29 Apr 2010 12,035 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 2,871 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 2,871 miles

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

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

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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RK53 OBN is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 RK53 OBN, 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 RK53 OBN registered?

RK53 OBN is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RK53 OBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK53 OBN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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