CarVerify

Free Car Check

RX53 CNZ

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,370 mi
Last recorded103,370 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 CNZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 103,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2026 103,370 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2025 103,342 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 103,341 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 100,521 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 98,371 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 96,942 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 95,336 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Sep 2020 94,587 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 93,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished.

Nearside Rear Lamp cluster lens cracked but not affecting light output.

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Offside Front Tyre perished.

Pass 6 Sep 2018 92,182 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Sep 2018 92,180 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Emissions not tested Coolant leaking (hole) from expansion bottle. (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 91,901 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Fail 14 Sep 2017 91,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Front Bonnet can not be opened from inside.

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Pass 31 Aug 2016 91,587 miles

Nearside Brake pedal anti slip rubber worn.

Fail 31 Aug 2016 91,587 miles

Nearside Brake pedal anti slip rubber worn.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 91,270 miles

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Fail 8 Sep 2015 91,266 miles

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)

Offside Outer 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)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Pass 9 Sep 2014 86,502 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 86,498 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 Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,276 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2012 76,166 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 69,642 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 61,455 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 61,455 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 53,203 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,976 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 45,976 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 37,964 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 28,101 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
Full Renault Scenic reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RX53 CNZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RX53 CNZ, 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

How do I check the history of RX53 CNZ?

You can check the full history of RX53 CNZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RX53 CNZ registered?

RX53 CNZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is RX53 CNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 CNZ shows 30 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX53 CNZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RX53 CNZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.