2009 Renault Scenic 1.6L Petrol · RO59 KTF

This 2009 Renault Scenic presents a worsening maintenance trend, culminating in a failed test on 14 August 2025 at 138,051 miles before passing later that same day. The earlier 2023 test at 123,313 miles recorded a clean sheet, but the vehicle's condition deteriorated sharply by September 2024. The August 2025 failure exposed multiple significant mechanical and electrical defects, indicating that basic upkeep has slipped considerably over the last two years. Mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 8,100 miles annually across 17 years. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered just over 6,300 miles, increasing to approximately 8,400 miles in the eleven months leading up to the August 2025 test. This steady use rules out long periods of standing, meaning the recent wear items are the result of active driving rather than deterioration from neglectful storage. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and front drivetrain. The offside rear brake pipe received a corrosion advisory in September 2024, and by August 2025, the nearside rear brake pipe had also deteriorated into a failure item. This progressive corrosion underneath the vehicle demands a comprehensive check of all rigid brake lines and flexible hoses for structural integrity. The August 2025 failure also flagged a split offside front outer driveshaft constant velocity boot, which allows dirt ingress and rapid joint degradation. The CV joint itself requires a physical evaluation for clicking or vibration under load. Suspension and tyre wear patterns demand immediate attention at this mileage. A fractured nearside rear coil spring caused a failure in September 2024, and the August 2025 record shows both front tyres worn on their outer edges close to the legal limit. Outer edge wear strongly suggests tracking or steering geometry issues, or worn suspension components, rather than simple tyre age. A buyer should verify the current condition of the rear coil springs and interrogate the front suspension for worn bushes or damaged struts that are destroying the front tyres.