2012 Renault G Scenic D-QUE TT Energy Dciss 1.6L Diesel · AF62 OSD

The 2012 Renault Scenic currently holds a clean MOT certificate issued on 21 November 2024 at 159,515 miles, with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and, by MOT standards, exemplary. Every recorded test back to November 2022 has passed on its first or second attempt with no advisories or failures, indicating consistent mechanical upkeep across multiple annual inspections. The mileage progression tells a coherent story. Between the November 2022 test at 133,298 miles and the November 2023 test at 145,522 miles, the vehicle covered 12,224 miles in twelve months. The following year, from November 2023 to November 2024, it added 13,993 miles, a slight acceleration that remains well within normal use for a diesel MPV of this age. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage. The annualised average of roughly 11,400 miles over fourteen years aligns with typical long-term ownership patterns rather than prolonged standing or severe short-trip abuse. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around rear suspension mounting points, subframes, and sills, as these areas on the Scenic platform are known to deteriorate with age regardless of test outcomes. The diesel particulate filter and exhaust system deserve attention given the mileage; a healthy DCI engine at this stage should produce clean emissions under load, so any visible smoke or soot residue around the turbo and manifold warrants further investigation. Suspension bushes and drop links should be checked for play, as 159,000 miles will have taken its toll on rubber components even if they have not yet reached MOT failure thresholds. Brake condition, tyre wear patterns, and the operation of the handbrake mechanism on both rear calipers should be verified in person. The repeated pattern of a fail followed immediately by a pass on the same mileage in both 2023 and 2024 suggests minor, quickly rectified issues rather than systemic neglect, but a test drive over uneven surfaces will reveal whether the dampers and top mounts remain serviceable. Overall, the MOT history paints a picture of a well-maintained vehicle, but the age and mileage demand a thorough physical inspection before purchase.