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VE03 AUL

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

171,001 mi
Last recorded171,001 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 AUL
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 171,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs worn/corroded

o/s/r tyre cracking/perishing on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2015 161,979 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing/cracking

Fail 18 May 2015 161,979 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/r tyre perishing/cracking

Pass 15 May 2014 152,277 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 152,277 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 143,329 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 143,329 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2012 133,512 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 133,512 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 123,803 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 123,803 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 114,375 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 May 2010 114,375 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2009 103,220 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 93,141 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2007 84,155 miles

both front brake discs starting to corrode/wear on inner edges

o/s/r outer brake disc corroded

Pass 26 May 2006 74,158 miles

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

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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VE03 AUL is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VE03 AUL, 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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VE03 AUL is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 31 May 2003.

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