2010 Renault Scenic 1.5L Diesel · HV60 AAY

A clear pattern of declining mechanical condition emerges across the MOT history of this Renault Scenic, with the most recent test on 26 August 2026 recording a pass only after the vehicle had failed outright the day before. The August 2026 failure cited three Major defects: an inoperative engine management indicator lamp pointing to an anti-pollution fault, an insufficient windscreen washer supply to both sides, and a split offside front outer constant velocity joint boot no longer preventing ingress of dirt. The subsequent pass carried forward the same brake-related wear items noted at the failure but nothing structural had deteriorated to a fail level in the intervening period. Comparing this with the 2024 and 2023 records, which passed with advisories only, the trend is one of accumulating component wear rather than sudden mechanical collapse, though the appearance of Major items at the most recent attempt warrants close scrutiny of the engine management system and drivetrain sealing rather than a casual assumption of roadworthiness. Annual mileage of roughly 7,256 miles over a sixteen-year lifespan is broadly in line with average use for the age and sector, though the testing pattern suggests the vehicle has experienced periods of relative inactivity. The MOT records are sparse with significant intervals between tests, including a near three-year gap between June 2024 and August 2026, which is consistent with low-mileage operation or extended standing time. Such usage patterns typically accelerate corrosion on unprotected ferrous components, drying and cracking of rubber boots and bushes, and surface degradation of brake discs through lack of regular frictional cleaning. The standing time is directly corroborated by the August 2026 advisory noting rear brake disc wear, pitting, and corrosion commensurate with standing, indicating the discs have not been regularly swept clean by active braking. A prospective buyer should focus their inspection on the components flagged repeatedly in the advisories, beginning with the rear braking system. The most recent test recorded offside rear brake pads wearing thin alongside both rear brake discs scored and corroded, and a physical check should confirm pad material remaining on both rear calipers and measure disc thickness against the manufacturer minimum. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding from the rear under light braking and feel for pedal pulsation through the footbrake which would confirm disc runout from corrosion. It would also be prudent to inspect the offside front CV boot for any remaining grease contamination around the joint, as a recently replaced or repaired boot should be checked for correct clip seating, and to road test for any clicking under full steering lock which would indicate joint wear following grit ingress. Suspension condition is the other priority area, given advisories recorded in 2023 for corroded front coil springs both sides, slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, and a worn offside front lower arm front bush. Although these were advisory rather than fail at the time, components in this condition typically deteriorate further over the intervening three years, and a thorough inspection from beneath the vehicle should look for cracks in the spring coils, perished or split anti-roll bar drop link bushes, and any clunking transmitted through the body over bumps. On the road, listen for a knock from the front end over uneven surfaces, feel for imprecise steering response or looseness during direction changes, and check for uneven tyre wear across both axles which often points to worn suspension geometry. Finally, given the engine MIL Major defect recorded, the vehicle should ideally be plugged into a diagnostic tool before purchase to read and clear any stored fault codes related to the anti-pollution system, as the warning lamp being inoperative does not in itself confirm whether the underlying emissions fault has been resolved.