2005 Renault Scenic 1.6L Petrol · FL55 AGY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 30 September 2025 at 62,109 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both 2024 and 2025, the vehicle failed the test within days of the appointment, suggesting that minor issues were rectified promptly to secure a passing certificate. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between June 2023 at 51,809 miles and July 2024 at 60,218 miles, during which the car covered over 8,000 miles. More recent data shows only 191 miles driven between July 2024 and September 2025. This low usage frequency suggests the vehicle undergoes long periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown despite the lack of mechanical wear. Despite the clean results of the most recent tests, an inspector should focus on components susceptible to age rather than mileage. Low-use vehicles often suffer from seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, and cracked coolant hoses. The age of the Renault Scenic necessitates a thorough check of structural integrity around the sills and wheel arches, as corrosion can develop over time regardless of the distance driven. The buyer should also verify the tyres for sidewall cracking, as old rubber loses its elasticity even if the tread remains deep.