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RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S (2012)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 53 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests (2024)

53

Avg Mileage

116,365 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,795

Is the 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 12 years old, 66% of RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/Ss from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 53 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 116,365 miles.

How does the 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S compare?

Rank among all 2012 cars672th out of 685(top 98%)
Rank among all RENAULT models598th out of 636(top 94%)
vs national average-16% (82% avg)
vs 2012 cars average-12% (78% avg)
vs RENAULT average-14% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S has 116,365 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

How much does a 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1461cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,795
Per month£150/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S

The 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S is a small family car with a 1461cc diesel engine. 53 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 116,365 miles at 12 years old, RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S Fuel Costs

The 1461cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,795 (£150/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

Buying a Used 2012 RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S

At 12 years old, the RENAULT GD SCENIC DY-QUE T-TOM DCI S/S is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 53 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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