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YE53 VAJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,481 mi
Last recorded23,481 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 VAJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 23,481 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 16,504 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Nov 2013 10,925 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 10,925 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 2,872 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,678 miles

both rear brake discs corroded inner edge

Fail 20 Sep 2011 20,678 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake discs corroded inner edge

Pass 28 Sep 2010 19,666 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 19,663 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 18,451 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 16,621 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007
Pass 4 Oct 2006 10,388 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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YE53 VAJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YE53 VAJ, 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 YE53 VAJ registered?

YE53 VAJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YE53 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE53 VAJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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