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WF53 DWK

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

87,023 mi
Last recorded87,023 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 DWK
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 87,023 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 87,023 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint n/s/f (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 87,068 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/f lower (2.4.G.2)

slight play both front steering arms

Fail 5 Nov 2015 87,068 miles

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/f lower (2.4.G.2)

slight play both front steering arms

Pass 16 Oct 2014 82,657 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 77,967 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Oct 2013 77,828 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 69,698 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 59,119 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 59,119 miles

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

offside front tyre wall worn away

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)

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

nearside front tyre wall worn away

Pass 3 Sep 2010 47,682 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 47,682 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 36,746 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 36,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 64,509 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 20,301 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside 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)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 3,995 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 36,773 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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WF53 DWK is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 WF53 DWK, 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 WF53 DWK registered?

WF53 DWK is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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