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YP03 MXJ

2003 Renault Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,318 mi
Last recorded55,318 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Scenic54,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 MXJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 55,318 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear axle bushes slighly worn

Pass 7 May 2016 55,246 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

battery inseure

cracking on n/s/r tyre

oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 7 May 2016 55,246 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

battery inseure

cracking on n/s/r tyre

oil leak from gearbox area

Fail 1 May 2015 52,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 52,028 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 50,771 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 47,806 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 44,801 miles

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

rear seat belt not tested due child seat.

Pass 23 Jul 2011 42,811 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 41,436 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 40,103 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 40,103 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 36,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,974 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 32,689 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 28,350 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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YP03 MXJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YP03 MXJ, 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 YP03 MXJ registered?

YP03 MXJ is a 2003 Renault Scenic, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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