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SM03 TFN

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,852 mi
Last recorded72,852 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 TFN
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 72,852 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 72,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 72,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 71,151 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 70,690 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 70,690 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 70,098 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

o/s & n/s front fog lights not working

reversing lights not working

Pass 12 Aug 2021 69,577 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 69,241 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 69,241 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 68,843 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 68,160 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 67,333 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 66,393 miles

center stop light not working

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil around engine

Fail 5 Aug 2016 66,393 miles

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

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

center stop light not working

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil around engine

Pass 14 Aug 2015 65,627 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 64,271 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 64,271 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 62,567 miles

EML on

Fail 7 Aug 2013 62,566 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)

EML on

Pass 7 Aug 2012 61,065 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 61,065 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 58,491 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 55,710 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 53,609 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 51,872 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 49,257 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2006 43,552 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 43,552 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2006 40,484 miles

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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SM03 TFN is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SM03 TFN, 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 SM03 TFN registered?

SM03 TFN is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is SM03 TFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 TFN shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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