2011 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6L Diesel · FP61 HCC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its last MOT in October 2023 at 141,233 miles, this followed a significant failure that same day involving multiple mechanical and lighting faults. The trend suggests a pattern where the owner only addresses defects once they reach the point of legal failure. Given that the last test was conducted nearly three years ago, the current state of the vehicle is unknown and requires an immediate professional inspection. At 141,233 miles over 15 years, the Grand Scenic averages approximately 9,400 miles per year, which is consistent with a family vehicle of this age. However, the data shows periods of potential neglect. Between October 2021 (120,380 miles) and October 2022 (126,596 miles), the vehicle covered only 6,216 miles, yet the records of recurring failures in suspension and lighting during this period indicate that the vehicle is being driven with significant component wear out between service intervals. A prospective buyer must focus heavily on the front suspension geometry, as ball joints, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged multiple times since 2016. The 2023 failure noted an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a nearside front track rod end. The braking system also requires close scrutiny; the 2022 record highlighted imbalanced rear brakes and thin pads, suggesting the calipers or wheel cylinders may suffer from uneven wear or corrosion. The persistent but non-excessive oil leak noted in the 2023 test should be monitored to ensure it has not progressed into a more significant seal or gasket failure. Furthermore, the history of fractured coil springs in both 2017 and 2019 indicates the suspension components may be prone to fatigue. Due to the long time lapse since the last recorded MOT, the likelihood of perished rubber bushes, bald tyres, and degraded brake fluid is high, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection essential.