RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 35 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
60%
Total Tests (2024)
35
Avg Mileage
71,703 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 19 years old, 60% of RENAULT MEGANE SCENICs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 35 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 71,703 miles.
How does the 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC has 71,703 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 MEGANE SCENIC?
The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 83% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 60%. The 2005 sits between the two at 60%.
How much does a 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC by Year
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About the 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC
The 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 35 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 71,703 miles at 19 years old, RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2005 RENAULT MEGANE 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 MEGANE 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 60% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC Reliability Trend
Newer RENAULT MEGANE SCENICs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2005 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC
At 19 years old, the RENAULT MEGANE 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 2017 model has the highest pass rate at 83%. Note: with only 35 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2005 RENAULT MEGANE 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:
- FORD FOCUS (2007) 73% pass rate (+13%) from 77,121 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+20%) from 55,686 tests
- MINI MINI (2007) 73% pass rate (+13%) from 53,763 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2007) 68% pass rate (+8%) from 41,223 tests