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SY53 ZSX

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,776 mi
Last recorded125,776 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY53 ZSX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 125,776 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 123,102 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 123,027 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault n/s/f + o/s/f sensors showing fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

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)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 115,251 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 107,926 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 107,926 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 May 2012 96,238 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 31 May 2012 96,238 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 11 May 2012 96,153 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 81,448 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 68,407 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 53,304 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 62,817 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 40,547 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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SY53 ZSX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SY53 ZSX, 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 SY53 ZSX registered?

SY53 ZSX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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