2010 Renault Grand Scenic 1.5L Diesel · WN10 ODL

The 2010 Renault Grand Scenic holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 3 October 2025 at 116,062 miles. The maintenance trend over the past three years is broadly improving, though not without setbacks. The most recent test passed with only a minor advisory for a slightly damaged offside front tyre, a clean result compared to the serious suspension failures recorded just days earlier in September 2025. That failure revealed a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber, excessively worn lower suspension arm ball joints, and worn anti-roll bar linkage joints on both front corners. The fact that these items passed twelve days later suggests prompt remedial work, yet the underlying pattern of front-end wear warrants close scrutiny. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,254 miles per year is typical for a family MPV of this age. The record shows steady annual progression from 104,195 miles in October 2023 to 110,784 miles in October 2024 and 116,062 miles by October 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. Annual testing has been consistent since at least 2023, indicating the vehicle has remained in regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods. A buyer should inspect the front suspension carefully, paying particular attention to the offside front shock absorber for any residual oil misting that could indicate a reoccurring seal issue rather than a one-off replacement. The lower suspension arm bushes and ball joints on both sides, along with the anti-roll bar links, should be checked for play, as these components failed recently and are subject to accelerated wear on a heavy MPV. The October 2024 failure recorded a fractured offside rear coil spring, a serious structural defect that compromises ride height and handling stability. The underside of the rear suspension mounting points and spring seats should be examined for corrosion or cracking, particularly if the spring was replaced rather than the full assembly. Front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in October 2023 at 104,195 miles, meaning by the current mileage of 116,062 they are likely approaching or past replacement unless renewed in the interim. Tyre condition has appeared repeatedly across tests, with worn tread edges and minor damage noted on both front and rear axles, suggesting alignment or tracking issues that remain unresolved. A thorough four-wheel alignment check and close inspection of inner tyre sidewalls are advisable before purchase.