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SL53 SZX

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Diesel 1890cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,440 mi
Last recorded105,440 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2010
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 SZX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,890cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2010 105,440 miles

rear no. plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 21 Sep 2010 105,440 miles

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

rear no. plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 23 Sep 2009 90,487 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 90,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 75,757 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 75,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 58,057 miles

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

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

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

cut in outer wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2007 58,057 miles

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

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

cut in outer wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2006 38,487 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 38,487 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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SL53 SZX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,890cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SL53 SZX, 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 SL53 SZX registered?

SL53 SZX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is SL53 SZX safe to buy?

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