2003 Renault Laguna 1.8L Petrol · MM03 FGD

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of mechanical degradation and deferred repairs. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 90,684 miles passed, it carried over advisories for a central exhaust leak and worn rear axle swivel bushes. These rear axle issues have appeared in every test record since 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating that the suspension components are reaching a state of progressive wear without being fully addressed. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 90,684 miles is significantly low, averaging under 4,000 miles per year. The data shows a consistent pattern of low usage, with only 6,678 miles covered between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 5,950 miles between December 2024 and November 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear and tear on the drivetrain, it often leads to dry rot in rubber components and fluid degradation, which is consistent with the recurring power steering leaks and oil weeping noted in the earlier records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the rear suspension and the exhaust system, as the axle bushes and exhaust leak have persisted for multiple consecutive years. The 2023 failure highlighted significant issues with the power steering pump and brake components, suggesting that the vehicle may suffer from reactive maintenance where repairs are only performed when an MOT failure is imminent. The buyer should also check the condition of the tyres specifically, as the nearside rear tyre was flagged as being near the legal limit in the 2025 test, suggesting potential alignment issues or uneven wear patterns.