Renault Grand Scenic
From 35,395 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Grand Scenics fare better: 2020 models pass at 87.5% vs 61.1% for 2005.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 2,693 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2,693 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 2,072 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 1,809 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,398 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,325 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,037 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,016 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 878 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 844 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 719 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 20.2% of Grand Scenic failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 40% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £130.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old Grand Scenic passes its MOT 87.5% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 71.1%, a 16.4 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 65.9%. With an average repair bill of £130 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a Grand Scenic that's past its third birthday.
Fuel type matters
Gas/Diesel versions pass at 78.2% while Diesel versions pass at 65.6%, a 13 percentage point gap.
Renault Grand Scenic on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 3,556 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 2 newly registered, a net loss of 3,554. At this rate, roughly 6.8 years until none remain. Now at 35.3% of its peak (68,790 in 2014 Q1).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 19,654 | 4,655 | +0 | -745 | -745 |
| 2025 Q2 | 20,379 | 4,675 | +1 | -821 | -820 |
| 2025 Q1 | 21,216 | 4,658 | +1 | -916 | -915 |
| 2024 Q4 | 22,127 | 4,662 | +0 | -1,074 | -1,074 |
| 2024 Q3 | 23,144 | 4,719 | +1 | -846 | -845 |
| 2024 Q2 | 24,054 | 4,654 | +0 | -842 | -842 |
| 2024 Q1 | 24,868 | 4,682 | +1 | -912 | -911 |
| 2023 Q4 | 25,887 | 4,574 | +0 | -832 | -832 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| G Scenic D-Que Tt Energy Dciss | Diesel | 2,603 | 20% |
| Grand Scenic Dynamique T-T Dci | Diesel | 1,521 | 12% |
| Grand Scenic Dynamique Nav Dci | Diesel | 1,401 | 11% |
| Gscenic Privilege T-T Dci | Diesel | 1,239 | 9% |
| G Scenic Dy-Ique Ttom Dci | Diesel | 773 | 6% |
| Grand Scenic Dy-Que T-T Dci Sa | Diesel | 562 | 4% |
| Grand Scenic D-Que Tt Vvt | Petrol | 554 | 4% |
| Gscenic D-Quettbose+ Nrg Dciss | Diesel | 485 | 4% |
| Grand Scenic Iconic Tce | Petrol | 445 | 3% |
| Grd Scenic Priv-Ge T-T Dci Fap | Diesel | 422 | 3% |
| G-Scenic Dyn-7 Vvt | Petrol | 356 | 3% |
| Grand Scenic Dyn Dci 106 | Diesel | 336 | 3% |
| Grd Scenic Dy-Ique T-T Dci Fap | Diesel | 336 | 3% |
| Grand Scenic Dynam S Nav Dci | Diesel | 316 | 2% |
| G Scenic D-Quettluxe Nrg Dciss | Diesel | 315 | 2% |
| Grand Scenic Dyn Nav Bose+ Dci | Diesel | 308 | 2% |
| Grd Scenic Dynamique Nav Dci A | Diesel | 293 | 2% |
| Gr Scenic Expr-N Dci 106 | Diesel | 282 | 2% |
| Grand Scenic Dynam S Nav Dci A | Diesel | 274 | 2% |
| G-Scenic Dyn-7 Vvt A | Petrol | 272 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 87.5% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2019 | 77.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 77.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2017 | 75.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
13 earlier years
| 2016 | 71.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 69.2% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2014 | 67.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 65.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2012 | 65% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2011 | 63.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 62.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2009 | 63.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2008 | 62.1% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 60.8% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 60.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2005 | 61.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 55.3% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Grand Scenics tested had between 83,141 and 125,185 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 100,374 median miles, the Grand Scenic has 0.034 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault Grand Scenic MOT pass rate?
The Renault Grand Scenic has a 65.7% MOT pass rate based on 35,395 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Grand Scenic?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Grand Scenic is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 2,693 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Renault Grand Scenics are on UK roads?
There are 19,654 Renault Grand Scenics currently licensed on UK roads, with 4,655 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Grand Scenic at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Grand Scenic is 100,374 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 83,141 and 125,185 miles.
Buying a used Grand Scenic?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 65.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £130 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.