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RV53 ZHY

2003 Renault Scenic

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,637 mi
Last recorded88,637 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 ZHY
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 88,637 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 77,472 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 77,466 miles

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

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

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

near side rear wheel bearing sounds rough

Fail 28 Dec 2013 46,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 46,513 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 50,908 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 38,785 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 38,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 27,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 16,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front number plate starting to deteriorate.

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,641 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 5,598 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 52,956 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 42,299 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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RV53 ZHY is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RV53 ZHY, 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 RV53 ZHY registered?

RV53 ZHY is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is RV53 ZHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 ZHY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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