Renault Scenic Authentique 16v (2004)
2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v
CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2004 Renault Scenic Authentique has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 49.4%, nearly 31 percentage points below the UK average of 80%—making it a distinctly unreliable proposition by modern standards. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so safety isn't the primary concern; rather, you're looking at recurring mechanical niggles that'll keep you visiting the garage.
These vehicles are running around 60,000 miles on average, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still averaging 0.73 failures per test, suggesting the problems aren't mileage-related wear but rather design or build weaknesses inherent to this model. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the specific failure patterns this generation is prone to—then budget accordingly for repair costs, as you're statistically likely to be dealing with them regularly.
What to check before buying a 2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (69%) | 97 | 71.8% | 1.06 |
| Petrol (31%) | 44 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v 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 2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v vehicles fall between 43,267 and 82,401 miles.
2004 Renault Scenic Authentique 16v — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 16 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022 (18% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2022.
MOT History Averages
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