2013 Renault Scenic D-QUE TT Energy DCI S/S 1.6L Diesel · EXZ 2068

The 2013 Renault Scenic currently holds a clean MOT certificate issued on 2 March 2026 at 104,624 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend over the past three years is stable, showing no recurring mechanical or structural failures. The vehicle passed cleanly in March 2026, December 2023, and January 2025, with only two failed tests on record, both of which list no defects, suggesting administrative or procedural retests rather than unresolved faults. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a thirteen-year-old diesel MPV. Between the January 2025 pass at 99,084 miles and the March 2026 pass at 104,624 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 5,540 miles in fourteen months, equating to roughly 4,750 miles per year. This sits comfortably below the lifetime average of around 8,000 miles per year, indicating lighter recent use. The gap between December 2023 at 90,668 miles and January 2025 at 99,084 miles shows a steady 8,416-mile increase over thirteen months, which aligns with normal annual mileage for this age group. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The 1.5 dCi diesel powertrain is known for EGR valve clogging and turbo actuator wear at this mileage, so cold-start behavior and boost delivery deserve attention. The rear beam axle and trailing arm bushes on Scenic models of this era commonly deteriorate past 90,000 miles, so a shake test or inspection on a four-post lift is advisable. Check the inner edges of all four tyres for uneven wear, which would point to worn suspension bushes or tracking issues not severe enough to trigger an MOT advisory. Inspect the underside of the front subframe and rear floor pans for surface corrosion, particularly around mounting points and jacking points, as corrosion in structural areas can develop between tests without triggering a failure until it becomes severe. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician. A compression test, DPF regeneration history check, and a full underbody examination will provide the confidence needed before committing to this vehicle.