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RENAULT GRAND SCENIC (2005)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 952 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests (2024)

952

Avg Mileage

81,532 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,217

Is the 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC 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 19 years old, 66% of RENAULT GRAND SCENICs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 952 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 81,532 miles.

How does the 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC compare?

Rank among all 2005 cars468th out of 526(top 89%)
Rank among all RENAULT models592th out of 636(top 93%)
vs national average-16% (82% avg)
vs 2005 cars average-6% (72% avg)
vs RENAULT average-14% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC has 81,532 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a RENAULT GRAND SCENIC?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 62%. The 2005 sits between the two at 66%.

How much does a 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,217
Per month£185/mo

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

RENAULT GRAND SCENIC by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202093%41733,632 mi
201981%1,54239,454 mi
201881%1,22654,964 mi
201779%1,99062,878 mi
201678%2,35573,395 mi
201576%2,47577,743 mi
201473%1,63490,552 mi
201371%1,03798,518 mi
201270%2,985104,122 mi
201169%7,717107,123 mi
201068%8,716115,461 mi
200969%2,465118,755 mi
200866%2,231109,757 mi
200766%2,307110,512 mi
200667%1,389107,362 mi
200566%95281,532 mi
200462%15772,928 mi

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About the 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC

The 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 952 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 81,532 miles at 19 years old, RENAULT GRAND SCENIC owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 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.

RENAULT GRAND SCENIC Reliability Trend

Newer RENAULT GRAND SCENICs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC

At 19 years old, the RENAULT GRAND SCENIC 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

Alternatives to the 2005 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: