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WU52 XUA

2002 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,932 mi
Last recorded101,932 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Renault Scenic72,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 XUA
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 101,932 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks at engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front seat backs not fully secure

both rear tyre has got splits & perishing in tyre treads 185/65/15

Fail 27 May 2026 101,932 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks at engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front seat backs not fully secure

both rear tyre has got splits & perishing in tyre treads 185/65/15

Pass 2 Jun 2025 97,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 97,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 95,438 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 93,589 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 93,588 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak

Pass 10 Mar 2021 91,988 miles

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 91,988 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 90,638 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 88,492 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 85,902 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 84,063 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2017 84,063 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 81,223 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,494 miles

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

Offside drive shaft repaired by welding

Pass 22 Aug 2014 74,576 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 69,020 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 69,020 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 62,249 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

offside rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2011 57,625 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 51,896 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 43,553 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 43,553 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,339 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 38,339 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 32,802 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,815 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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WU52 XUA is a 2002 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 72,137 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 WU52 XUA, 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 24 years old, this Renault Scenic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU52 XUA registered?

WU52 XUA is a 2002 Renault Scenic, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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