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SC03 MTE

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,270 mi
Last recorded140,270 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 MTE
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 140,270 miles

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

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

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

both front phoneic rings broken

Pass 30 May 2013 120,744 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 28 May 2013 120,742 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 106,267 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 93,858 miles

front and rear discs and pads

Fail 2 Jun 2010 83,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 83,887 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 75,481 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 66,991 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 56,992 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 56,992 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 48,116 miles

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

both front wipers smeering screen slightly

nearside front outer cv boot strap loose but gaitor is secure

offside front outer cv boot strap loose but gaitor is secure

spare tyre fitted on nearside front

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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SC03 MTE is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SC03 MTE, 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

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What year was SC03 MTE registered?

SC03 MTE is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is SC03 MTE safe to buy?

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