2001 Renault Megane Scenic · 2,437 MOT tests
2001 Renault Megane Scenic reliability
2001 Renault Megane Scenics fail 45.2% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 6 Megane Scenic years (2,437 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Renault Megane Scenics: 41.4%)
- 45.2%
- first-time fail rate (all Renault Megane Scenics: 41.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 8% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- 101,683
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 2,437
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2001 against the years either side
- 2000 cars: 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2001 car does better)
- 2002 cars: 6% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2001 car does worse)
- Weak spot: windscreen, wipers and mirrors, 15.6% of tests fail here (105% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: seat belts and airbags, 63% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2001 car carries a 51 plate (September–December 2001).
Common problems
What fails on a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics22%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors15.6%
- Brakes14%
- Suspension12.9%
- Body, chassis and structure8.1%
- Tyres7.7%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks4.8%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Windscreen washer fluid insufficient 6.07%
Washers are not supplying enough liquid, so the windscreen cannot be cleared properly, which is a safety issue.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 5.33%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Position lamp not working 4.8%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
CV joint boot split or insecure 4.72%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.68%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Windscreen washers not working 3.65%
Without working washers the windscreen cannot be cleaned while driving, which is a safety risk in dirty weather.
Common advisories
Brake disc pitted or scored (22.32%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (15.76%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (14.44%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (13.54%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (9.73%) · Number plate lettering deteriorating (8.49%)
Other years
Every Renault Megane Scenic year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic reliable?
2001 Renault Megane Scenics fail 45.2% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 6 Megane Scenic years (2,437 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic MOT?
Most often windscreen washer fluid insufficient (6.07% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (5.33% of tests), position lamp not working (4.8% of tests).
How many miles should a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic have done?
At its MOT aged about 21, a typical 2001 Renault Megane Scenic shows 101,683 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2001 car?
A car first registered in 2001 carries a 51 plate (September–December 2001).
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