Renault Megane Scenic Team MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 63 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 50.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Renault Megane Scenic Team MOT Reliability Overview
The Renault Megane Scenic Team is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 63 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 49.2% and a failure rate of 50.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Renault Megane Scenic Team earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Renault Megane Scenic Team presents for MOT with approximately 51,747 miles on the clock. The 2009 manufacture year performs best with a 44.8% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Renault Megane Scenic Team is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 55.6% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Brakes at 33.3%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 28.6%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 69.8% | 44 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.3% | 21 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.6% | 18 |
| 4 | Suspension | 17.5% | 11 |
| 5 | Steering | 12.7% | 8 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 7.9% | 5 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 3.2% | 2 |
| 8 | Registration Plates And Vin | 3.2% | 2 |
| 9 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 3.2% | 2 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.6% | 1 |
| 11 | Visibility | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 51,747 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 13.49 | 69.8% | 44 |
| Brakes | 6.44 | 33.3% | 21 |
| Tyres | 5.52 | 28.6% | 18 |
| Suspension | 3.37 | 17.5% | 11 |
| Steering | 2.45 | 12.7% | 8 |
| Visibility | 1.84 | 9.5% | 6 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.61 | 3.2% | 2 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.61 | 3.2% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.61 | 3.2% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.31 | 1.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Renault Megane Scenic Team has 51,747 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Renault Megane Scenic Team has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.82% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Renault Megane Scenic Team MOT Data
The Renault Megane Scenic Team is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 63 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 49.2% and a failure rate of 50.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Renault Megane Scenic Team owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Megane Scenic Team is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 55.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 55.6% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Scenic Team. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Brakes — 33.3% of failures
Brakes issues account for 33.3% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Scenic Team. 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).
Tyres — 28.6% of failures
Tyres issues account for 28.6% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Scenic Team. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Megane Scenic Team?
Based on 63 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Renault Megane Scenic Team has an overall pass rate of 49.2% (50.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Megane Scenic Team?
The top 3 reasons a Renault Megane Scenic Team fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (55.6%), 2. Brakes (33.3%), 3. Tyres (28.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Renault Megane Scenic Team reliable?
With a 50.8% MOT failure rate, the Megane Scenic Team is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Renault Megane Scenic Team?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (55.6%); Brakes (33.3%); Tyres (28.6%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.