2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Megane Scenic Privilege models manufactured in 2003, based on 187 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege MOT Analysis
The 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege has an MOT pass rate of 50.3% based on 187 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 83,179 miles on the odometer. With a 49.7% failure rate, the 2003 Megane Scenic Privilege is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege is Non-component advisories, responsible for 1.6% of failures. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Registration Plates and VIN is the second most common issue at 1.6%. Brakes follows at 1.1%.
Top failures specific to 2003 models only. The overall Megane Scenic Privilege page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-component Advisories | 1.6% | 3 |
| 2 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 3 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.1% | 2 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.5% | 1 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.5% | 1 |
| 6 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 83,179 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-component advisories | 0.19 | 1.6% | 3 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.19 | 1.6% | 3 |
| Brakes | 0.13 | 1.1% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.06 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.06 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.06 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege has an MOT pass rate of 50.3% based on 187 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 83,179 miles on the odometer. With a 49.7% failure rate, the 2003 Megane Scenic Privilege is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to non-component advisories: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 83,179 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Non-component advisories — 1.6% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Registration Plates and VIN — 1.6% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege models. Registration Plates and VIN issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Brakes — 1.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 2003 Renault Megane Scenic Privilege models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.