2015 Renault Scenic — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 19,124 MOT tests analysed for the 2015 Renault Scenic, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 79.4% was below the average for MPVs of a similar age (83.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.3% in the 150k+ group versus 12.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.6% | 1,837 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.6% | 1,453 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.0% | 964 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.6% | 875 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.0% | 763 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.2% | 613 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 999 |
| 2 | Wipers | 712 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 682 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 681 |
| 5 | Joints | 486 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 453 |
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 | 26.9% | 5,151 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.4% | 5,050 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.9% | 2,857 |
| 4 | Other defects | 8.1% | 1,542 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 7.6% | 1,460 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.7% | 704 |
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 | 2,148 | 12.3% |
| 30-60k | 8,414 | 17.9% |
| 60-90k | 6,118 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,910 | 28.1% |
| 120-150k | 408 | 27.0% |
| 150k+ | 119 | 30.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 18,379 | 20.8% |
| Petrol | 745 | 16.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,703 | 16.9% |
| 2022 | 3,744 | 17.8% |
| 2023 | 3,871 | 21.2% |
| 2024 | 3,885 | 22.5% |
| 2025 | 3,921 | 24.3% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Scenic
Before buying a 2015 Renault Scenic, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 9.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (9.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.6% 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.
- Brakes (5.0% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2015 Renault Scenics pass their MOT?
79.4% of the 19,124 2015 Renault Scenic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Renault Scenic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.6% of tests, followed by suspension (7.6%).
Does the 2015 Scenic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.3% in the 0-30k band to 30.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 19,124 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.