2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 Renault Megane Scenic MOT pass rate and common faults

721 MOT tests in 2024. 56.2% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

97Below average
Passed first time56.2%
Failed or needed repairs43.8%
Typical mileage at test105,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 721 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn5.8%
  2. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid4.4%
  3. Position lamp: not working4.0%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.0%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.6%
  6. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.6%
  7. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.2%
  8. Washers: not working3.1%
  9. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements2.6%
  10. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.4%
    26 marked dangerous

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics28.8%
  2. Brakes21.6%
  3. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)15.5%
  4. Suspension15.3%
  5. Body & chassis7.4%
  6. Emissions & leaks6.9%
  7. Tyres6.8%
  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 weakened24.0%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine18.3%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm16.9%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.8%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.8%

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: 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 2002 Renault Megane Scenic?

In 2024, 56.2% of 2002 Renault Megane Scenic cars passed their MOT first time, across 721 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Renault Megane Scenic?

The most common failure reasons were suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; washers: provides insufficient washer liquid; position lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2002 Renault Megane Scenic reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 97, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).