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AU56 XUW

2006 Renault Scenic

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

135,238 mi
Last recorded135,238 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Renault Scenic63,029 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 XUW
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 135,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 135,225 miles

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 129,161 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 124,642 miles

Front Play in inner steering rack end joints, both sides.

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 118,918 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 113,347 miles

Play in both inner steering rack end joints.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 107,768 miles

Play in both steering rack end joints.

Fail 1 Oct 2020 107,768 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front & rear (4.4.3 (a))

Play in both steering rack end joints.

Pass 23 Sep 2019 102,742 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Sep 2018 95,028 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front tyres cracked in treads

Pass 18 Sep 2017 87,851 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack end joint, not excessive.

Slight cracking between treads on both front tyres.

Pass 5 Oct 2016 80,769 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Sep 2015 73,366 miles

Ball joint has slight play Offside steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Front tyres wearing edges

Pass 29 Sep 2014 65,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Oct 2013 58,240 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 58,240 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 49,789 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 42,457 miles

rear pads wearing thin.

Pass 9 Aug 2010 34,043 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 25,046 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 25,046 miles

Nearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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AU56 XUW is a 2006 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 63,029 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 AU56 XUW, 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 20 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU56 XUW registered?

AU56 XUW is a 2006 Renault Scenic, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is AU56 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 XUW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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