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Renault Grand Scenic reliability

The Renault Grand Scenic fails 46.3% of first MOT tests, 33% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 78,383 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

Well below averageReliability score 21/100#44 of 49 mpv and people carriers

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first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%): 46.3%; first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage: 33% more; fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024: 78,383; MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings: 9,100; typical miles a year, from MOT readings

MOT fail rate by age

How the Renault Grand Scenic ages

Each point is the share of Renault Grand Scenics of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

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Renault Grand Scenic first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)	Renault Grand Scenic	All cars
3	20%	12.3%
4	24.2%	14.1%
5	27.3%	16.4%
6	30.6%	19.1%
7	33.8%	22.1%
8	40.7%	25.5%
9	43%	28.8%
10	47.7%	31.8%
11	49.8%	34.6%
12	51.9%	37.3%
13	51.2%	39.5%
14	53.4%	41.1%
15	54.4%	42.3%
16	54.2%	42.9%
17	53.7%	43.4%
18	51.4%	43.5%
19	54.1%	43.4%

By year

The best and worst Renault Grand Scenic years

2009 cars come out best and 2019 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

Renault Grand Scenic MOT results by year of first registration
First registered	Tests	Fail rate	Against same-age cars	Typical mileage
2020	504	15.3%	20% more fails	28,356
2019 Grand Scenic	2,435	26.2%	92% more fails	32,538
2018 Grand Scenic	2,258	24.9%	54% more fails	41,918
2017 Grand Scenic	3,576	28.7%	59% more fails	48,341
2016 Grand Scenic	4,269	31.9%	46% more fails	60,931
2015 Grand Scenic	4,489	36%	47% more fails	65,498
2014 Grand Scenic	2,843	41%	43% more fails	78,327
2013 Grand Scenic	1,760	44.9%	40% more fails	85,954
2012 Grand Scenic	5,334	48.2%	36% more fails	94,017
2011 Grand Scenic	14,042	49.9%	32% more fails	98,212
2010 Grand Scenic	15,897	51.9%	29% more fails	106,310
2009 Grand Scenic	4,890	50.8%	21% more fails	110,376
2008 Grand Scenic	4,775	53.6%	25% more fails	103,997
2007 Grand Scenic	5,093	54.7%	25% more fails	105,181
2006 Grand Scenic	3,307	54.7%	25% more fails	103,633
2005 Grand Scenic	2,489	53.8%	37% more fails	71,218
2004	400	56.5%	47% more fails	65,950

Common problems

What fails most on a Renault Grand Scenic

Its weak spot is steering: 235% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

Lights and electrics24.6%63% above avg
Suspension19.4%54% above avg
Brakes10.8%27% above avg
Steering8.8%235% above avg
Tyres8.4%17% above avg
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors6.1%14% above avg
Body, chassis and structure5.4%16% above avg
Exhaust, emissions and leaks4.3%2% above avg
Seat belts and airbags1.6%28% above avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

1
Coil spring fractured or broken 8.25% of tests
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
2
Stop lamp not working 6.78% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
3
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn 6.16% of tests
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.
4
Position lamp not working 5.74% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
5
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 4.22% of tests
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
6
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 3.72% of tests
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
7
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 3.26% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
8
Dipped beam headlamp not working 3.16% of tests
A failed dipped beam makes it hard to see and be seen at night, so the lamp needs fixing before driving.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Renault Grand Scenic's MOT certificate most often.

Tyre worn close to legal limit20.21%
Brake disc pitted or scored14.2%
Brake pads wearing thin11.18%
Tyre slightly damaged or cracking7.61%
Slight play in steering rack joints6.61%
Brake pipes corroded and greasy5.73%

Before you buy

What to check on a used Renault Grand Scenic

1
Coil spring fractured or broken
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
2
Stop lamp not working
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
3
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.
4
Position lamp not working
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
6
The mileage record
A typical Renault Grand Scenic covers about 9,100 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.

Fuel types tested

Diesel72.4%
Petrol27.3%
Other0.2%
LPG0%
Hybrid0%

Most common colours

Blue, Grey, Black, Silver, Red

Average engine size: 1.6 litres.

Compare

How the Renault Grand Scenic compares with its rivals

Renault Grand Scenic against similar models
Model	Fail rate	Against same-age cars
Toyota Estima	20.8%	37% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Volkswagen Sharan	25.4%	11% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Toyota Verso	27.6%	8% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
SEAT Alhambra	26%	4% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Ford Focus C-Max	48.7%	11% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Kia Carens	35.6%	25% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Renault Grand Scenic	46.3%	33% more MOT fails than the average car its age

Every mpv and people carrier ranked in the mpv and people carrier reliability index, or all Renault models.

Questions

Renault Grand Scenic questions, answered

Is the Renault Grand Scenic reliable?

On MOT results, the Renault Grand Scenic is well below average: it fails 46.3% of first MOT tests, 33% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 44 of 49 mpv and people carrier models in our index.

What fails most on a Renault Grand Scenic MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the Renault Grand Scenic are coil spring fractured or broken (8.25% of tests), stop lamp not working (6.78% of tests), track rod end ball joint excessively worn (6.16% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 24.6% of its tests.

Which Renault Grand Scenic year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2009 cars do best (21% more MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2019 cars do worst (92% more MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a Renault Grand Scenic do a year?

A typical Renault Grand Scenic covers about 9,100 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.

How do I check a Renault Grand Scenic before I buy it?

Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.

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