2016 Renault Scenic — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,380 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Renault Scenic, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 84.0% was below the average for MPVs of a similar age (85.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.4% in the 150k+ group versus 8.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.1% | 519 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.4% | 344 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.4% | 278 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.7% | 234 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 208 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.1% | 135 |
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 | 200 |
| 2 | Wipers | 167 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 140 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 121 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 120 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 120 |
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 | 26.5% | 1,691 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.9% | 1,399 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.9% | 696 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.1% | 455 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 6.3% | 399 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.2% | 140 |
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 | 1,360 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 3,137 | 15.0% |
| 60-90k | 1,404 | 21.7% |
| 90-120k | 369 | 26.3% |
| 120-150k | 77 | 26.0% |
| 150k+ | 31 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 5,965 | 16.2% |
| Petrol | 415 | 13.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,217 | 10.4% |
| 2022 | 1,249 | 13.8% |
| 2023 | 1,284 | 15.7% |
| 2024 | 1,314 | 18.4% |
| 2025 | 1,316 | 21.1% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Scenic
Before buying a 2016 Renault Scenic, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 8.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (8.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.4% 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 (4.4% 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 Scenics pass their MOT?
84.0% of the 6,380 2016 Renault Scenic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Renault Scenic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.1% of tests, followed by suspension (5.4%).
Does the 2016 Scenic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,380 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.