Renault Scenic
From 55,484 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Scenics fare better: 2019 models pass at 85.6% vs 63.3% for 2002.
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 3,770 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 | 3,770 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 3,080 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 2,480 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2,444 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,770 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,380 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 1,273 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,232 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,164 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,078 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 24.7% of Scenic failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 37.3% 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 £133.
Renault Scenic on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 7,668 newly registered in the past year with 4,847 leaving, a net gain of 2,821.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 36,454 | 6,676 | +1,685 | -1,094 | +591 |
| 2025 Q2 | 35,897 | 6,642 | +1,494 | -1,107 | +387 |
| 2025 Q1 | 35,536 | 6,616 | +1,902 | -1,296 | +606 |
| 2024 Q4 | 34,881 | 6,665 | +2,587 | -1,350 | +1,237 |
| 2024 Q3 | 33,557 | 6,752 | +1,158 | -1,177 | -19 |
| 2024 Q2 | 33,553 | 6,775 | +147 | -1,271 | -1,124 |
| 2024 Q1 | 34,741 | 6,711 | +34 | -1,209 | -1,175 |
| 2023 Q4 | 35,997 | 6,630 | +1 | -1,051 | -1,050 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic D-Que Tt Energy Dci S/S | Diesel | 4,136 | 16% |
| Scenic Esprit Alpine E-Tech Ev | Battery Electric | 3,440 | 13% |
| Scenic Techno E-Tech Ev | Battery Electric | 2,641 | 10% |
| Scenic Dynamique Tomtom Dci | Diesel | 2,128 | 8% |
| Scenic Iconic E-Tech Ev | Battery Electric | 1,735 | 7% |
| Scenic Dynamique Nav Dci | Diesel | 1,626 | 6% |
| Scenic Dyn Vvt | Petrol | 1,278 | 5% |
| Scenic Dynamique Tomtom Dci Sa | Diesel | 1,265 | 5% |
| Scenic Dynamique Ttom Vvt | Petrol | 1,194 | 5% |
| Scenic Dynamique Ttom Dci | Diesel | 1,034 | 4% |
| Scenic Dyn Vvt A | Petrol | 934 | 4% |
| Scenic Xmod D-Que Tt Nrg Dciss | Diesel | 845 | 3% |
| Scenic Tcno Esprt Alpne Etc Ev | Battery Electric | 778 | 3% |
| Scenic Privilege Ttom Dci | Diesel | 721 | 3% |
| Scenic Dynamique Vvt | Petrol | 490 | 2% |
| Scenic Dynamique Tomtom Vvt | Petrol | 477 | 2% |
| Scenic Dynamique S Nav Dci | Diesel | 460 | 2% |
| Scenic I-Music Dci | Diesel | 403 | 2% |
| Scenic Expression Dci 105 | Diesel | 398 | 2% |
| Scenic Dynamique Nav Dci Auto | Diesel | 393 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 85.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2018 | 85.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2017 | 80.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2016 | 77.5% | 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 |
16 earlier years
| 2015 | 73.5% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2014 | 69.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 67.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2012 | 68.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2011 | 67% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2010 | 66.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2009 | 64.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2008 | 61.4% | 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 | 61.2% | 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 lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2005 | 59.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2004 | 63% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2003 | 65.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
| 2002 | 63.3% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2001 | 61.5% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2000 | 61.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Scenics tested had between 61,949 and 121,486 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 95,916 median miles, the Scenic has 0.035 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 Scenic MOT pass rate?
The Renault Scenic has a 66.6% MOT pass rate based on 55,484 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Scenic?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Scenic is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 3,770 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Renault Scenics are on UK roads?
There are 36,454 Renault Scenics currently licensed on UK roads, with 6,676 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Scenic at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Scenic is 95,916 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 61,949 and 121,486 miles.
Buying a used 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 66.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £133 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.