2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 Renault Megane Scenic MOT pass rate and common faults

288 MOT tests in 2024. 56.6% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

92Below average
Passed first time56.6%
Failed or needed repairs43.4%
Typical mileage at test106,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 288 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.9%
  2. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn4.9%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.5%
  4. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits4.5%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.8%
  6. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.5%
  7. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid3.5%
  8. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.5%
  9. Hazard warning - switch: inoperative3.5%
  10. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics26.7%
  2. Brakes21.5%
  3. Body & chassis17.4%
  4. Suspension17.4%
  5. Emissions & leaks16.0%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)13.9%
  7. Tyres7.3%
  8. Steering5.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened21.9%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm18.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure16.3%
  4. Registration plates: inscription illegible13.5%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Renault Megane Scenic?

In 2024, 56.6% of 2000 Renault Megane Scenic cars passed their MOT first time, across 288 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Renault Megane Scenic?

The most common failure reasons were joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2000 Renault Megane Scenic reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 92, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).