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YF52 DLJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,639 mi
Last recorded61,639 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 DLJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2013 61,639 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 58,809 miles

advise condition of front and rear brake discs

advise rear tyre wear

Pass 19 Jul 2010 54,097 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 53,926 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 35,926 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2009 46,073 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 46,073 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 38,928 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 35,343 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Jan 2008 35,343 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2006 28,392 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 28,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 20,903 miles

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

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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YF52 DLJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YF52 DLJ, 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 YF52 DLJ registered?

YF52 DLJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 2 January 2003.

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