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RN03 GZU

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,146 mi
Last recorded75,146 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN03 GZU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 75,146 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

rear seats not in use

slight oil leak

under body slightly corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2021 75,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing arch (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

rear seat not in use

Pass 14 Oct 2020 65,086 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage leak (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020 65,084 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage leak (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 57,360 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 57,355 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 50,599 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 50,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 43,278 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 6 Apr 2017 43,278 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 13 Apr 2016 39,416 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 39,416 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 34,178 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 32,917 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 32,917 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 31,559 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Aug 2012 31,559 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,693 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

rear brake discs poor

rear wiper split

Pass 20 Aug 2010 29,331 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 27,741 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 25,819 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 25,819 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,568 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 22,123 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 20,461 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 20,461 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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RN03 GZU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 RN03 GZU, 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 RN03 GZU registered?

RN03 GZU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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