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RY53 UVV

2003 Renault Scenic

Maroon Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

8,738 mi
Last recorded8,738 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 UVV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 8,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear door handle repaired via a piece of wood. Functions ok and seems secure

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside mirror secured by tape

Fail 18 Dec 2013 8,738 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside mirror secured by tape

Fail 18 Dec 2012 1,822 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 1,822 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 51,328 miles

Nearside rear passanger door handle damaged

nearside mirror slight damaged, affecting the rear view

Fail 23 Dec 2011 51,328 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear passanger door handle damaged

nearside mirror slight damaged, affecting the rear view

Pass 20 Dec 2010 63,994 miles

nearside mirror slightly damaged, affecting the rear view

Pass 11 Dec 2009 53,008 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 40,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear sunblinds broken

Pass 11 Dec 2008 40,940 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear sunblinds broken

Fail 18 Dec 2007 33,307 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 33,307 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 16,502 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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RY53 UVV is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Maroon with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 RY53 UVV, 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 RY53 UVV registered?

RY53 UVV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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