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SJ56 XEF

2006 Renault Scenic

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

146,909 mi
Last recorded146,909 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Renault Scenic63,029 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ56 XEF
MakeRenault
ModelScenic
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 146,909 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 141,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 141,237 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 133,880 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 131,284 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 127,201 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 120,893 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 120,893 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear hand brake lever on caliper not returning to the off position

Pass 23 Mar 2016 111,389 miles

Offside Front steering rack ball end has play

injector chuffing

spare tyre under inflated

Fail 21 Mar 2016 111,389 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front steering rack ball end has play

injector chuffing

spare tyre under inflated

Pass 12 Mar 2015 102,117 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 102,117 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 89,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Mar 2014 89,377 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,988 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 70,862 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 61,491 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 45,894 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 45,115 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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SJ56 XEF is a 2006 Renault Scenic in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SJ56 XEF, 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 SJ56 XEF registered?

SJ56 XEF is a 2006 Renault Scenic, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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