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SO03 UWM

2003 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

88,047 mi
Last recorded88,047 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 UWM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 88,047 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

front brake discs corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2016 87,886 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

front brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2015 79,839 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 71,570 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 63,451 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 63,450 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)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 56,203 miles

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edges.

Fail 23 Nov 2012 56,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edges.

Pass 31 Oct 2011 49,469 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 49,468 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2010 42,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 Nov 2010 42,912 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Both front brake discs badly worn

Both rear brake discs worn

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2009 36,843 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 36,843 miles

Centre Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 29,764 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 24,355 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 18,227 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 18,205 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 May 2006 16,435 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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SO03 UWM is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 SO03 UWM, 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 SO03 UWM registered?

SO03 UWM is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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