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YK53 YBZ

2003 Renault Scenic

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 YBZ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018
Pass 29 Apr 2016 108,206 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 109,197 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when fog lights are 'on' (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 103,083 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

rear stabilizer bar corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2014 93,029 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 16 Jan 2014 93,021 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2011 87,459 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Nov 2011 87,459 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2010 74,020 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 74,020 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 4 Nov 2009 61,699 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 47,059 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,937 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 30,937 miles

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

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

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

advise both rear tyres ..nearside offside.. sidewall condition of tyre poor./cracking tread,

Pass 9 Nov 2006 17,520 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 17,311 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,228 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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YK53 YBZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 YK53 YBZ, 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 YK53 YBZ registered?

YK53 YBZ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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