2018 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC1.5L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect operation to reactive repairs. The most recent test conducted in June 2022 at 26,753 miles passed the inspection but identified specific wear items that were absent in the previous year. The presence of thin front brake pads and a damaged nearside front tyre sidewall indicates that the vehicle is entering a stage where consumable components require urgent attention despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,344 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the March 2021 test at 12,418 miles and the June 2022 test, where the car covered 14,335 miles in fifteen months. While low mileage generally preserves mechanical components like the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing can lead to rubber perishation and brake corrosion. The data suggests a period of light use followed by a more active interval. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the June 2022 advisory flagged thin pads which may have affected the brake discs through scoring or pitting. The recorded tyre sidewall damage is a structural risk that requires immediate replacement to prevent a blowout. Given the previous failure regarding the windscreen wiper blades in 2021, verify the current condition of the rubber elements for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear.