Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Renault Scenic?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Renault Scenic?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Renault Scenic?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Renault Scenic vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

44% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Renault Scenic reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,584 vehicles, the 2009 Renault Scenic has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Renault Scenic?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Renault Scenic are: Play in steering rack inner joint(s) (97.1% of vehicles), Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (63.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (62% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Renault Scenic?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Scenic (2009)

3,584 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.7% first-time pass rate

2009 Renault Scenic

CarHunch analysed 3,584 real MOT records for the 2009 Renault Scenic. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Renault Scenic falls short of the UK average with a 74.7% first-time pass rate—5.3 percentage points below the 80% benchmark—and this is compounded by a serious concern: 44.3% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one. Petrol and diesel variants perform virtually identically (74.8% and 74.6% respectively), so fuel choice won't improve your odds here.

At 59,530 miles median and 68,139 miles average, these nine-year-old Scenics show reasonable mileage for age, but owners should expect real maintenance burden—the average car racks up 4.17 failures and 21.5 advisories per test, pointing to recurring issues with wear items and systems. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and steering components, where this model's failure patterns cluster most heavily.

The 2009 Renault Scenic has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.7% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

44.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.17

Over 15.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

60k

Middle half: 47k–73k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 21.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,584 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,584 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 97.1%

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) · Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 63.8%

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working · Offside Front position lamp(s) not working · Nearside Front Position lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Tyre wear 62%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 49.3%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 43.5%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Based on MOT data from 3,584 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 44.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (51%)	1,843	74.8%	4.18
Diesel (49%)	1,740	74.6%	4.16

Colour Breakdown

Based on 171,324 Renault Scenic vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 23.4%

40,034

Blue 23.3%

39,954

Red 13.2%

22,658

Grey 10.7%

18,300

Black 9.5%

16,279

Green 6.1%

10,524

Beige 6%

10,339

Gold 4%

6,907

Bronze 1.6%

2,685

White 1.1%

1,852

Yellow 0.7%

1,283

Maroon 0.3%

509

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Renault Scenic vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

59,530

typical

46,876

low mileage

72,520

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Renault Scenic vehicles fall between 46,876 and 72,520 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,876 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 46,876–72,520 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Renault Scenics sit.

⚠ Over 97,902 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Renault Scenic — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 45% of 2009 Renault Scenics are still active.

Numbers are declining — 1,521 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.17

Avg failures per vehicle

21.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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