2008 Renault Scenic 1.6L Petrol · LS58 YHL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent inspection on 3 October 2025 at 105,412 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history shows a consistent pattern of immediate failure followed by successful re-tests. In both 2024 and 2025, the car failed its initial test only to pass within days later. This suggests that the previous owner tends to address mechanical faults only when prompted by an MOT failure rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 105,412 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,856 miles per year. This low usage often indicates the vehicle has seen limited exposure but can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to inactivity. The data between October 2023 at 97,232 miles and October 2024 at 101,390 miles shows the car was driven for only 4,158 miles in that year, consistent with the low-use profile. The rapid accumulation of 400 miles between the September 2025 failure and the October 2025 pass indicates specific repairs were carried out to rectify the recorded defects. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, particularly the sills and rear subframe where corrosion is common on vehicles of this age. Given the low mileage, the inspector must check the suspension bushes and bushings for signs of cracking or perished, which occurs over time regardless of distance driven. The recurring failures suggest a close look at the brake system for binding calipers or worn discs to ensure the issues that caused the previous failures were fully resolved and are not recurring due to poor workmanship.