2014 Renault Scenic 1.5L Diesel · MT64 EEZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 66,352 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior. That failure revealed multiple critical safety issues including a fractured offside rear coil spring and excessive play in both track rod ends. The recent history indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when prompted by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in usage patterns between February 2024 at 47,417 miles and March 2025 at 55,337 miles, where the car covered nearly 8,000 miles in just thirteen months. The low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and dry corrosion, which is consistent with the split CV joint boot and worn suspension arm bushes noted in the later inspection records. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and steering assembly. The record shows recurring issues with track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkages, and suspension arm bushes, suggesting the front end components are reaching their service limit. The tester also repeatedly flagged distorted road wheels across three separate tests between 2025 and 2026, which indicates a history of hitting curbs or potholes. This physical impact likely accelerated the wear on the springs and bearings. The braking system shows a pattern of pitted and scored discs noted in both 2025 and early 2026. While these were not immediate failures, the persistent surface corrosion suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, allowing moisture to react with the metal surfaces. Verify that the brake calipers are not seizing and check that the offside front CV boot has been properly replaced, as the previous failure would have led to grease ingress and potential joint damage.