2001 · 23 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2001 Renault Megane Scenic MOT pass rate and common faults

517 MOT tests in 2024. 52.8% passed first time, compared with 59.4% for all cars the same age.

89Well below average
Passed first time52.8%
Failed or needed repairs47.2%
Typical mileage at test101,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 517 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn8.3%
  2. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid6.0%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.6%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.1%
  5. Washers: not working3.9%
  6. Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps3.5%
  7. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.5%
  8. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.5%
  9. Hazard warning - switch: inoperative3.3%
  10. Position lamp: not working3.1%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics32.3%
  2. Brakes25.0%
  3. Suspension21.9%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)20.3%
  5. Body & chassis10.1%
  6. Emissions & leaks7.5%
  7. Tyres7.4%
  8. Steering4.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened25.5%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.1%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.4%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure17.0%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded13.3%

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: suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. 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 2001 Renault Megane Scenic?

In 2024, 52.8% of 2001 Renault Megane Scenic cars passed their MOT first time, across 517 tests. The average for all 23-year-old cars was 59.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic?

The most common failure reasons were suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; washers: provides insufficient washer liquid; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2001 Renault Megane Scenic reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 89, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).