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YH03 XFX

2003 Renault Scenic

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,914 mi
Last recorded66,914 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH03 XFX
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 66,914 miles

Rear seat belts not tested due to load in cargo area

Fail 17 Oct 2016 66,904 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp loose (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear seat belts not tested due to load in cargo area

Pass 6 Oct 2015 65,514 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

all tyres perished in tread

no rear seat fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2015 65,514 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

all tyres perished in tread

no rear seat fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2014 63,660 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 63,617 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 62,101 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 62,093 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 60,650 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 60,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 58,525 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 57,593 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 56,322 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 56,322 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

both rear tyres perrished to cords on inner edge

o/s/f tyre has small cut to cords in sidewall

Fail 28 May 2008 52,704 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 52,704 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 49,246 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 May 2007 49,246 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2006 40,696 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 40,696 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 38,233 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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YH03 XFX is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 YH03 XFX, 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 YH03 XFX registered?

YH03 XFX is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 11 May 2003.

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