2015 Renault Scenic 1.5L Diesel · NJ15 HTY

The most recent MOT, dated 1 June 2024 at 224,881 miles, shows a pass, but only after an initial failure on the same day. That earlier failure flagged a severely deteriorated offside front CV joint boot, four tyre advisories including one below the 1.6mm legal limit, a defective headlamp lens, and slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. The retest passed, suggesting these items were addressed, yet the pattern across the record points to a maintenance trend that is inconsistent rather than steadily improving. Recurring advisories around suspension joints, brake components, and lighting indicate a vehicle that has been kept running but not always proactively maintained. At roughly 20,444 miles per year, this Scenic has covered significantly more than the typical annual average for its age. The jump from 167,883 miles in May 2022 to 211,954 miles by April 2023 alone accounts for approximately 44,000 miles in under twelve months. That rate of accumulation places heavy demand on consumables and structural components alike. The mileage plateau between the April 2023 and June 2024 tests, where the recorded figure barely moved from 211,954 to 224,881 over more than a year, suggests either a change in use or a period of reduced activity, which can itself introduce issues such as deteriorated rubber components and corroded brake surfaces from standing. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering assembly. The 2023 failure identified play in the offside front track rod end ball joint, the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint, and the steering rack inner joints, while the 2024 test still noted slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. These repeated findings across multiple test dates suggest cumulative wear that may not have been fully rectified. The front lower suspension arm bushes were flagged as slightly worn in 2022, and similar deterioration is likely to have progressed given the mileage since. The braking system also warrants a thorough inspection. The 2023 failure recorded worn and pitted rear brake discs, lipped front discs, and excessive fluctuation in the service brake, all of which point to uneven wear or potential caliper issues. Although the 2024 test passed, the underlying components remain high-mileage originals or replacements that have since seen further use. Tyre condition has been a persistent theme, with multiple advisories for tread wear close to the legal limit and edge wear, indicating possible alignment or suspension geometry issues. The CV boot failure in 2024, if not properly addressed with a joint replacement, could lead to joint failure and loss of drive. A pre-purchase inspection should include a thorough check of the front driveshaft joints, suspension bushings, brake disc and pad condition, and a four-wheel alignment assessment.