2002 Renault Megane Scenic · 3,353 MOT tests
2002 Renault Megane Scenic reliability
2002 Renault Megane Scenics fail 45.3% of first MOT tests, 6% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 6 Megane Scenic years (3,353 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Renault Megane Scenics: 41.4%)
- 45.3%
- first-time fail rate (all Renault Megane Scenics: 41.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 6% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- 104,094
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,353
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2002 against the years either side
- 2001 cars: 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does better)
- 2003 cars: 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does better)
- Weak spot: windscreen, wipers and mirrors, 13.9% of tests fail here (80% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: seat belts and airbags, 54% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2002 car carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
Common problems
What fails on a 2002 Renault Megane Scenic
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics21.6%
- Brakes14.3%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors13.9%
- Suspension11.9%
- Body, chassis and structure8.7%
- Tyres6.9%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks4.7%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Windscreen washer fluid insufficient 5.61%
Washers are not supplying enough liquid, so the windscreen cannot be cleared properly, which is a safety issue.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 5.58%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
CV joint boot split or insecure 4.77%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.21%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Position lamp not working 3.85%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn 3.28%
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.
Common advisories
Brake disc pitted or scored (22.49%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (15.96%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (15.69%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (13.18%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (9.13%) · Number plate lettering deteriorating (7.99%)
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 2002 Renault Megane Scenic reliable?
2002 Renault Megane Scenics fail 45.3% of first MOT tests, 6% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 6 Megane Scenic years (3,353 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2002 Renault Megane Scenic MOT?
Most often windscreen washer fluid insufficient (5.61% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (5.58% of tests), cv joint boot split or insecure (4.77% of tests).
How many miles should a 2002 Renault Megane Scenic have done?
At its MOT aged about 20, a typical 2002 Renault Megane Scenic shows 104,094 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2002 car?
A car first registered in 2002 carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
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