2003 Renault Megane Scenic · 3,174 MOT tests
2003 Renault Megane Scenic reliability
2003 Renault Megane Scenics fail 46.8% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 2 of 6 Megane Scenic years (3,174 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Renault Megane Scenics: 41.4%)
- 46.8%
- 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 19
- 101,619
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 19
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,174
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2003 against the years either side
- 2002 cars: 6% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2003 car does worse)
- 2007 cars: 42% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2003 car does better)
- Weak spot: windscreen, wipers and mirrors, 12.8% of tests fail here (65% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: seat belts and airbags, 58% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2003 car carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
Common problems
What fails on a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics19.8%
- Brakes16%
- Suspension13.6%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors12.8%
- Body, chassis and structure9.4%
- Tyres8.5%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks6.1%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
CV joint boot split or insecure 5.7%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 5.67%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Windscreen washer fluid insufficient 4.66%
Washers are not supplying enough liquid, so the windscreen cannot be cleared properly, which is a safety issue.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.1%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Position lamp not working 3.5%
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 3.31%
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 (21.74%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (15.82%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (14.3%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (13.48%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (12.29%) · Brake pads wearing thin (7.06%)
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 2003 Renault Megane Scenic reliable?
2003 Renault Megane Scenics fail 46.8% of first MOT tests, 8% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 2 of 6 Megane Scenic years (3,174 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic MOT?
Most often cv joint boot split or insecure (5.7% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (5.67% of tests), windscreen washer fluid insufficient (4.66% of tests).
How many miles should a 2003 Renault Megane Scenic have done?
At its MOT aged about 19, a typical 2003 Renault Megane Scenic shows 101,619 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2003 car?
A car first registered in 2003 carries a 52 plate (January–February 2003), or a 03 plate (March–August 2003), or a 53 plate (September–December 2003).
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