2016 Renault Grand Scenic — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,154 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Renault Grand Scenic, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 80.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (85.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 24.4% in the 150k+ group versus 10.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.1% | 1,064 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.9% | 485 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.3% | 429 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.8% | 393 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.0% | 325 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.9% | 239 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 578 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 290 |
| 3 | Wipers | 262 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 259 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 196 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 191 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.7% | 2,343 |
| 2 | Brakes | 25.0% | 2,037 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.3% | 1,082 |
| 4 | Other defects | 10.9% | 889 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 5.4% | 441 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.3% | 270 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 673 | 10.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,276 | 17.3% |
| 60-90k | 2,721 | 22.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,034 | 24.9% |
| 120-150k | 273 | 22.7% |
| 150k+ | 164 | 24.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 7,995 | 19.9% |
| Petrol | 159 | 15.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,547 | 14.3% |
| 2022 | 1,607 | 17.5% |
| 2023 | 1,627 | 19.7% |
| 2024 | 1,696 | 23.2% |
| 2025 | 1,677 | 23.9% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Grand Scenic
Before buying a 2016 Renault Grand Scenic, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (5.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2016 Renault Grand Scenics pass their MOT?
80.2% of the 8,154 2016 Renault Grand Scenic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Renault Grand Scenic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.1% of tests, followed by suspension (5.9%).
Does the 2016 Grand Scenic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.7% in the 0-30k band to 24.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,154 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.