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YF53 VFW

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,166 mi
Last recorded120,166 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 VFW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 120,166 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 112,644 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 112,644 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 103,737 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2009 103,737 miles

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 92,846 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 74,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 23,906 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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YF53 VFW is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF53 VFW, 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 VFW registered?

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

Is YF53 VFW safe to buy?

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