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VX53 CAV

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,534 mi
Last recorded38,534 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 CAV
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 38,534 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 38,433 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 38,433 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 38,292 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 37,845 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 37,824 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 37,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 35,564 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 35,564 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 34,395 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 33,361 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 33,361 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,291 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 31,266 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 30,674 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 30,674 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,706 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 25,984 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 22,908 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 19,026 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 15,315 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 11,036 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 32,770 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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VX53 CAV is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VX53 CAV, 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 VX53 CAV registered?

VX53 CAV is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is VX53 CAV safe to buy?

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