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YF53 VCJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,119 mi
Last recorded49,119 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 VCJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 49,119 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 49,119 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 45,059 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

bottom engine/gearbox mount slightly worn

Fail 30 Mar 2016 45,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 41,657 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 37,775 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both front inner steering arms

Pass 25 Mar 2013 31,254 miles

Play or wear noted in nearside steering rack knuckle joint.

Slight weeping from offside front shock absorber.

Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,732 miles

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

cut in o/s/f tyre wall

play in steering system further investiagtion needed

Fail 12 Mar 2012 26,727 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

cut in o/s/f tyre wall

Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,146 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 23,146 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 19,275 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

cut in offside tyre wall but not down to cords

Fail 20 Mar 2010 19,275 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

cut in offside tyre wall but not down to cords

Pass 1 Apr 2009 16,498 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 12,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 67,945 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 67,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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YF53 VCJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 YF53 VCJ, 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 YF53 VCJ registered?

YF53 VCJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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