2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC1.6L Petrol

The Renault Grand Scenic presents a currently roadworthy status following a pass at 31,335 miles on 2 February 2023. The maintenance trend reads as stable with no recorded defects across the three available tests. A prior failure on 17 January 2023 at 31,279 miles carries no listed defects, indicating the refusal likely stemmed from administrative or non-mechanical grounds such as a documentation or identification issue rather than a fault with the vehicle itself. The odometer shows 28,983 miles at the 1 February 2022 test, rising to 31,335 miles by February 2023. That equates to roughly 2,352 miles in twelve months, or about 1,492 miles per year across the car's 21-year life. Such low annual use for a 2005 model points to light running or extended periods off the road. The record itself is sparse and clean, with no advisories logged on any pass and no mechanical defects on the failure. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the vehicle's age and likely static intervals. Standing time promotes corrosion on structural members and brake calipers even when the MOT shows clear. The absence of advisories does not certify component condition beyond the test date. The January 2023 failure with zero defects suggests the prior owner neglected to resolve a non-mechanical blocker before retesting two weeks later. This pattern implies casual administrative upkeep rather than deferred mechanical care. Verify the V5C and test certificate alignment before purchase.