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SP52 XVU

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

125,950 mi
Last recorded125,950 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP52 XVU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 125,950 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Rear torsion bar bushes are perished

Pass 8 Jul 2015 117,969 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 114,531 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake fluid low

nearside front tyre has cut in tread

offside rear brake starting to bind

Fail 9 Jul 2014 114,528 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake fluid low

nearside front tyre has cut in tread

offside rear brake starting to bind

Pass 1 Jul 2013 109,589 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 109,589 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 101,916 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 3 Jul 2012 101,916 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Jul 2011 91,896 miles

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

rear brake pads very low

Pass 16 Jul 2010 81,698 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre has cut under 25mm

Offside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 14 Jul 2009 70,330 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 11 Jul 2009 70,330 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 11 Jul 2008 57,952 miles

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

both rear discs have slight surface corrosion

Fail 8 Jul 2008 57,944 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

both rear discs have slight surface corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2008 55,316 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 46,110 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 35,963 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 34,738 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 34,738 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SP52 XVU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SP52 XVU, 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 SP52 XVU registered?

SP52 XVU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is SP52 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP52 XVU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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