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RX03 UTE

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

94,585 mi
Last recorded94,585 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 UTE
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 94,585 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 92,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 89,283 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 88,017 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 88,017 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 85,490 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 83,297 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 81,943 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 78,174 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 73,734 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 68,117 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 63,180 miles

Rear under side support bar rusted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,236 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

reverse lights not working

slightly nosiy o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 28 Mar 2014 54,071 miles

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

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 28 Mar 2014 54,071 miles

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 20 Mar 2013 49,708 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 49,708 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 44,513 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 44,513 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 39,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 33,733 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 28,225 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,225 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 22,231 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 16,662 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,877 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 UTE is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 RX03 UTE, 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 RX03 UTE registered?

RX03 UTE is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is RX03 UTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 UTE shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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