Renault Megane Scenic (2002)
2002 Renault Megane Scenic
CarHunch analysed 22,267 real MOT records for the 2002 Renault Megane Scenic. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2002 Renault Megane Scenic has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.6%, which sits well below the UK average of 80%, signalling noticeably higher failure frequency than typical cars of this age. More concerning is that 33.9% of vehicles in this cohort have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—a serious red flag that suggests systemic structural or safety issues affecting one in three examples on the road.
These Scénics are running at modest mileages for their age (median 71,044 miles), yet they're accumulating an average of 4.86 failures and 16.5 advisories per test, pointing to accelerated wear rather than just age-related decline. If you're seriously considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension, steering, and braking components—the high dangerous defect rate suggests these areas are where problems hide—and budget for remedial work before committing to ownership.
What to check before buying a 2002 Renault Megane Scenic
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (73%) | 16,324 | 69.9% | 4.9 |
| Diesel (27%) | 5,930 | 68.7% | 4.76 |
| Other (0%) | 8 | 87.5% | 0.25 |
| LPG (0%) | 5 | 76% | 4.4 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2002 Renault Megane Scenic vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2002 Renault Megane Scenic vehicles fall between 57,327 and 86,135 miles.
2002 Renault Megane Scenic — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 961 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (6% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
MOT History Averages
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