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SA52 YSU

2003 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

86,630 mi
Last recorded86,630 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 YSU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 86,630 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 86,629 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat to front pipe joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

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)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 85,258 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 85,258 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 80,769 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp does not illuminate when the foot brake is depressed

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks for the tyre pressures are required as today the vehicle manufacturer minimum recommendations were not complied with

(3.7A.2)The service brakes rate of increase across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.4)The service brakes rate of decrease across axle (1) indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 26%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(6.4.1)The loading door outer door release handle is missing

(7.1.2a)The exhaust flange mounting bracket securing bolt is deteriorated

NOTES TAKEN AT THE TIME OF RETEST

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 24 Jun 2014 80,769 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

(1.1A.3e)The nearside rear position lamp lens is slightly damaged but not permitting an incorrect colour of light to be emitted at the time of the inspection

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp does not illuminate when the foot brake is depressed

(2.6.1)The offside rear wheel bearings cannot be fully assessed due to a binding wheel

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks for the tyre pressures are required as today the vehicle manufacturer minimum recommendations were not complied with

(3.5.1i)The nearside rear brake disc is corroded and pitted

(3.5.1i)The offside rear brake disc is corroded, pitted and worn

(6.4.1)The loading door outer door release handle is missing

(7.1.2a)The exhaust flange mounting bracket securing bolt is deteriorated

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 25 Jun 2013 78,948 miles

(1.1A.3d,e)The nearside rear position lamp lens is slightly damaged,but not emitting incorrect colour of light

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps do not illuminate when the service brake is depressed

(2.6.1)The offside rear wheel bearings cannot be completely assessed for excessive roughness because of section 3 below

(3.7A.1)the offside rear service brake is slightly binding

(6.4.1)The rear loading door handle is missing but can still be opened and secured in the closed position

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 25 Jun 2012 77,061 miles

(1.1A.3f)The offside rear position lamp slightly interferes with the indicator lamp

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps do not operate when the foot brake is applied

(3.7.5a)The offside rear service brake has a slight bind present

(6.4.1)The tailgate release button is insecurely mounted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn or none working condition,which should be given attention

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 77,061 miles

(1.1A.3f)The offside rear position lamp slightly interferes with the indicator lamp

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps do not operate when the foot brake is applied

(3.7.5a)The offside rear service brake has a slight bind present

(6.4.1)The tailgate release button is insecurely mounted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn or none working condition,which should be given attention

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 74,824 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp fitted does not illuminate when the foot brake is applied.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the test

Fail 27 Jun 2011 74,824 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp fitted does not illuminate when the foot brake is applied.

(3.5.1h)The nearside front brake disc faces are pitted and worn

(3.5.1h)The offside front brake disc faces are pitted and worn

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the test

Pass 23 Jun 2010 70,585 miles

(3.7.1d)The front service brakes imbalance throughout their operating range are at 23%,which indicates the brakes are ready for service or repair

(3.7A.5c/6)The rear service brakes rate of change are at 15% throughout their operating range

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

Pass 26 Jun 2009 58,979 miles

(1.1.4d)The nearside rear position lamp has slight interference with the operation of the indicator

(3.5.1h)The front brake discs faces are slightly worn and should be checked against the manufacturer recommendations

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

Fail 26 Jun 2009 58,979 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

(1.1.4d)The nearside rear position lamp has slight interference with the operation of the indicator

(3.5.1h)The front brake discs faces are slightly worn and should be checked against the manufacturer recommendations

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

Fail 26 Jun 2008 46,700 miles

(2.5B)the nearside inner driveshaft to transmission oil leak present

(3.5.1f)the nearside and the offside front brake pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.7A.2e)the front brakes imbalance is at 20%,recommend servicing

(6.3.1d)rear number plate minor dirty appearance

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 46,700 miles

(2.5B)the nearside inner driveshaft to transmission oil leak present

(3.5.1f)the nearside and the offside front brake pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.7A.2e)the front brakes imbalance is at 20%,recommend servicing

(6.3.1d)rear number plate minor dirty appearance

Pass 29 May 2007 37,403 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 26,999 miles

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

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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SA52 YSU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SA52 YSU, 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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SA52 YSU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 29 January 2003.

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