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SB03 DYF

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,091 mi
Last recorded49,091 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 DYF
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 49,091 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2017 49,091 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 48,851 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes around fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

clamp securing catalyst to centre section excessively deteriorated.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 47,129 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 43,975 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

lower half of split tailgate not opening but can still gain access to boot

nearside front tyre has cuts on sidewall but not exposing ply or cords

Fail 31 Oct 2013 43,974 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)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

lower half of split tailgate not opening but can still gain access to boot

nearside front tyre has cuts on sidewall but not exposing ply or cords

Pass 31 Oct 2012 41,036 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 37,387 miles

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

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

front discs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2010 34,922 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 33,171 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 33,171 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 29,680 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 29,676 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,011 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2007 25,004 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2006 21,391 miles
Fail 29 May 2006 21,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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SB03 DYF is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SB03 DYF, 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 SB03 DYF registered?

SB03 DYF is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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