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EN57 XMJ

2008 Renault Scenic

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Renault Scenic62,591 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 XMJ
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 May 2023

rear exhaust mount broken

slight play in nearside front lower ball joint

Fail 2 May 2023

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

rear exhaust mount broken

slight play in nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 5 Apr 2022 96,587 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 96,402 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 88,453 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 84,322 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

Rear brake discs starting to corrode

Fail 26 Jun 2020 84,289 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

Rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 5 Apr 2019 73,986 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 73,986 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 66,002 miles

Nearside rear shock starting to leak

Play in Nearside steering rack

Fail 10 Apr 2018 66,002 miles

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

Nearside rear shock starting to leak

Play in Nearside steering rack

Pass 7 Apr 2017 57,084 miles

Child seat fitted

Front brake discs starting to corrode

Nail in Nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Mar 2017 56,944 miles

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

Child seat fitted

Front brake discs starting to corrode

Nail in Nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Apr 2016 48,325 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 14 Apr 2015 41,200 miles

Rear wiper split

oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,626 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 30,131 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 24,816 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 24,816 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 18,383 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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EN57 XMJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2008 Renault Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 62,591 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 EN57 XMJ, 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 18 years old, this Renault Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN57 XMJ?

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What year was EN57 XMJ registered?

EN57 XMJ is a 2008 Renault Scenic, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is EN57 XMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 XMJ shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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