2011 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6L Petrol · HV11 BYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 106,557 miles passed, the failure just ten days prior in August 2025 indicates that the owner only addressed critical defects when forced by the tester. The August failure was significant, citing an insecure missing exhaust silencer, emissions issues, and severely worn front brake components including discs and pads. This suggests a trend where components are ignored until they reach the point of failing to pass a legal inspection. The mileage progression is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per year. Between the 2023 test at 92,954 miles and the 2024 test at 101,713 miles, the car covered nearly 9,000 miles, followed by another 4,800 miles leading into the most recent tests. This steady usage suggests the car is driven regularly, which helps prevent certain issues like long-term degradation of rubber components or seals, though the low annual mileage does not exempt the vehicle from age-related wear seen in the suspension and chassis. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The record shows recurring issues with front suspension arm ball joints in 2023 and corrosion on the rear coil springs in 2024. These areas should be checked for further play or structural rust that could lead to a future failure. Furthermore, the frequent mentions of thin brake pads and worn discs across multiple years indicate that the braking system is nearing frequent replacement intervals. The uneven wear on the nearside front tyre noted in 2025 also points to a potential alignment issue that should be verified to prevent premature tyre degradation.