2009 Renault Scenic 1.6L Petrol · SY59 VKF

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test on 17 June 2025 at 27,893 miles, but the history reveals a concerning maintenance pattern. While the excessive rear brake binding noted in May 2024 was resolved, significant corrosion on both rear brake pipes persisted across the 2024 and 2025 tests. This indicates a failure to permanently address a critical hydraulic safety component. Other issues, such as corroded rear shock absorbers and suspension linkage wear, have appeared intermittently since 2022, suggesting inconsistent repair quality and an overall deteriorating trend regarding corrosion control rather than stable upkeep. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,641 miles annually. The recorded intervals show sporadic use: from May 2022 to May 2023, only 1,702 miles were added; from May 2023 to May 2024, 1,899 miles; and from May 2024 to June 2025, just 1,415 miles. Such low, irregular annual usage often correlates with long periods of inactivity, which accelerates corrosion on components like brake pipes and can cause tyre sidewall cracking, as repeatedly flagged. The sparse data does not suggest high mechanical wear from mileage but instead highlights age-related degradation from insufficient regular operation. A buyer must prioritise a hands-on inspection of the recurring problem areas. The nearside and offside rear brake pipes require immediate scrutiny for active corrosion or previous poor-quality repairs, as failure here compromises the entire braking system. The suspension must be checked for play in the front anti-roll bar linkage and track rod ends, components that have previously shown wear. The rear shock absorbers' corrosion should be assessed for structural integrity, and all tyres, particularly the rear, examined for age-related cracking. Finally, the supplementary restraint system (SRS) warning lamp must be verified as functional, given its previous fault indication. The low mileage does not guarantee a sound vehicle; the persistent corrosion advisories point to potential neglect.