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SB53 VHO

2003 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

4,376 mi
Last recorded4,376 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 VHO
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 4,376 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 4,376 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 1,760 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2010 573 miles

unable to check parts of vehicle due to covers

Fail 5 Nov 2010 573 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

unable to check parts of vehicle due to covers

Pass 6 Nov 2009 61,693 miles

noise from o/s of engine?

o/s/r tyre worn to 2mm + 2 screws in tread [195/65/15v]

unable to check n/s/f seatbelt properly due to childseat

unable to check under bonnet + front underside properly due to covers

Fail 6 Nov 2009 61,693 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

noise from o/s of engine?

o/s/r tyre worn to 2mm + 2 screws in tread [195/65/15v]

unable to check n/s/f seatbelt properly due to childseat

unable to check under bonnet + front underside properly due to covers

Pass 31 Oct 2008 54,528 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 47,832 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 38,950 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 38,950 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SB53 VHO is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SB53 VHO, 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 SB53 VHO?

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What year was SB53 VHO registered?

SB53 VHO is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is SB53 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 VHO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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