2013 Renault Scenic 1.5L Diesel · PN63 FWD

The maintenance trend for this 2013 Renault Scenic demonstrates a stable and unblemished mechanical record. The most recent MOT test on 7 November 2023 at 40,946 miles passed with zero defects, mirroring the clean pass recorded the previous year. This consistent absence of advisories or failures indicates the vehicle has been kept in sound operational order. However, the MOT certificate expired in November 2024, meaning the car currently lacks a valid test certificate and requires a fresh assessment before lawful road use. The recorded mileage of 40,946 miles equates to an average annual usage of roughly 3,150 miles, which is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle. Between the 2020 test at 32,735 miles and the 2023 test at 40,946 miles, the Scenic covered just 8,211 miles over three years. An anomaly appears in the 2021 record where a test at 34,838 miles registered as a failure with no defects recorded, followed immediately by a pass at 34,839 miles, suggesting an aborted initial test or a minor procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. The current mileage sits exactly at the 2023 test figure, indicating the vehicle has likely stood stationary for the last two and a half years. Despite the spotless MOT history, prolonged stationary periods introduce specific failure modes unrelated to mileage. A buyer must inspect the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for perishing and flat-spotting, as low annual mileage and long stationary stints accelerate rubber degradation. Brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion that can cause binding or juddering after standing. The exhaust system and underbody require close scrutiny for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age and the potential for moisture accumulation during idle periods. A comprehensive inspection of the drivetrain and cooling system seals is also prudent to identify any perishing caused by a lack of regular thermal cycling.