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YC03 PKU

2003 Renault Scenic

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

110,207 mi
Last recorded110,207 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 PKU
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2020 110,207 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat to mid section joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure cat to mid joint clamp corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.3.3 (b))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides at front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy both sides at rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 96,291 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 96,237 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake lever has restricted free movement parkbrake (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

engine light on

Pass 3 Jan 2018 91,096 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 90,081 miles

Exhaust emissions smoking under acceleration

Front exhaust clamp corroded / deteriorating

Pass 8 Jul 2016 84,306 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edger

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 84,306 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edger

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 793,951 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2015 79,391 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 74,461 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 69,388 miles

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

knock from front suspension

Pass 12 Jul 2012 64,294 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 64,293 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 57,978 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 52,301 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,215 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 41,450 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 35,396 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 27,332 miles

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

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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YC03 PKU is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 YC03 PKU, 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 YC03 PKU registered?

YC03 PKU is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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