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YH53 VFC

2003 Renault Scenic

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

122,519 mi
Last recorded122,519 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 VFC
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 122,519 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 122,519 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing excessively worn center bracket loose (2.4.G.4d)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 116,881 miles

off side front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 21 Jul 2015 116,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

off side front fog lamp inoperative

Pass 31 Jul 2014 109,648 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 109,648 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 102,664 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 97,816 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 94,831 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 94,831 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 84,405 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 74,882 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 70,978 miles

both front wiper blades split

Pass 27 Sep 2007 58,352 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 58,352 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,275 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 42,275 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YH53 VFC 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 YH53 VFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH53 VFC registered?

YH53 VFC is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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