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EF56 VFM

2006 Renault Scenic

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

111,824 mi
Last recorded111,824 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Renault Scenic63,029 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 VFM
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 111,824 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 111,822 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 111,822 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 102,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Dec 2018 102,281 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 95,249 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 95,201 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 92,862 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 84,743 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 84,743 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 78,606 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2014 78,606 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 69,065 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 64,576 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2011 58,947 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 58,620 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 58,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2010 45,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2009 32,291 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 32,291 miles

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

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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EF56 VFM is a 2006 Renault Scenic in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 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 EF56 VFM, 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.

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What year was EF56 VFM registered?

EF56 VFM is a 2006 Renault Scenic, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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