2008 Renault Laguna 2.0L Diesel · R17 AAG

Recurring advisories regarding front suspension component wear represent the most consistent mechanical theme for this Renault Laguna, appearing in four consecutive MOT tests between 2021 and 2024. While the vehicle passed its most recent inspection on 3 November 2025, this followed a minor defect regarding a non-functioning nearside rear outer position lamp. The persistence of the suspension arm pin or bush advisories suggests a long-term pattern of wear that has not been addressed through replacement, despite the vehicle passing each annual test. The recorded mileage of 72,898 miles for an 18-year-old vehicle indicates a low annual usage pattern of approximately 4,050 miles. This level of accumulation is significantly lower than the UK average, which can imply less frequent mechanical operation. In the context of the recorded advisories, low annual mileage can sometimes lead to rubber components, such as suspension bushes, perishing or hardening due to age and environmental exposure rather than purely through heavy physical load. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the steering and suspension response during a test drive, specifically looking for any knocking, clunking, or dull thudding sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or speed bumps. Given the repeated advisories for worn front suspension arm pins or bushes, any noticeable steering wander, vibration through the steering wheel, or a pulling sensation to one side should be treated as evidence that the wear has progressed beyond the limits recorded in previous tests. Attention should also be directed toward the braking system and tyre condition. The 2021 record noted thinning rear brake pads and pitted or scored rear brake discs, and the 2023 record flagged front tyres wearing close to the legal limit on the inner edges. During a test drive, listen for any squealing or grinding from the rear of the vehicle and check for any pedal judder or pulsation when applying the brakes at speed, which could indicate that the previously noted disc wear or uneven tyre wear has worsened.