2007 Renault Scenic 1.9L Diesel · RF57 KVE

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring mechanical failures and escalating structural concerns. While the most recent test on 6 January 2026 at 78,350 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed just one day prior due to a combination of lighting, steering, and suspension issues. The presence of corroded rear coil springs and play in the steering rack inner joints, which have appeared in various forms since at least 2021, suggests that while individual faults are being addressed to secure a pass, the underlying mechanical degradation is persistent. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,124 miles per year. The recorded data shows a steady, slow progression from 50,121 miles in 2017 to 78,350 miles in early 2026. This low annual mileage can often lead to issues with component stagnation, such as the brake disc corrosion and binding calipers noted in the December 2021 test. However, the low usage does not appear to have prevented the accumulation of significant wear in the steering and suspension systems. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's structural integrity. The MOT history contains several red flags regarding corrosion, specifically the 9 January 2025 failure where the tester identified excessive corrosion on the vehicle structure within 30cm of a body mounting. This follows previous reports of sill damage dating back to 2017 and 2020. The recurring nature of steering rack play and track rod end issues since 2023 suggests the front-end geometry and steering components require close scrutiny to ensure they are not nearing another failure. Further attention should be directed toward the suspension and braking systems. The recent appearance of corroded rear coil springs in January 2026 and previous fractured springs in 2018 indicate a pattern of suspension component fatigue. Additionally, the history of pitted brake discs and binding rear brakes implies that the braking system may suffer from inactivity-related corrosion. Given the pattern of failing on tyres with exposed cords or worn edges, the current condition of all four tyres should be verified against legal tread depth requirements.