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RX03 RPU

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

149,117 mi
Last recorded149,117 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 RPU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 149,117 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Feb 2014 149,084 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

rear brake discs worn

Pass 19 Feb 2013 138,715 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2013 138,714 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 128,576 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 117,552 miles

nearside track rod arm inner joint has play

Fail 11 Mar 2011 117,552 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside track rod arm inner joint has play

Pass 8 Mar 2010 103,681 miles

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

slight play in steering rack arms

Fail 8 Mar 2010 103,681 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

slight play in steering rack arms

Pass 27 Feb 2009 88,413 miles

front brake discs wearing

o/s/f seat belt fraying

o/s/r brake disc corroding

oil leak engine area

Pass 27 Feb 2008 76,839 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 65,619 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 65,618 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 51,058 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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RX03 RPU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RX03 RPU, 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 RX03 RPU registered?

RX03 RPU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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