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RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC (2006)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 67 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,157

£180/month

MOT Pass Rate

64%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£265

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

64% pass rate, £2157/year to run. 18 points below average.

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Petrol1598cc20 years old67 tests107k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1598cc

£265
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,157
Per month£180/mo
Per week£41/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

64% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 20 years old, 64% of RENAULT MEGANE SCENICs from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 107,084 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2006 cars553th of 575(top 96%)
Rank among RENAULT models618th of 636(top 97%)
vs national average-18%(82% avg)
vs 2006 cars average-9%(73% avg)
vs RENAULT average-16%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

107,084

Average miles

vs

148,000

Expected for age

The average 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC has 107,084 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 83% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 60%. The 2006 sits between the two at 64%.

RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201879%7760,487 mi
201783%91764,240 mi
201683%65170,387 mi
200868%62107,843 mi
200766%10491,984 mi
200664%67107,084 mi
200560%3571,703 mi
200371%1,384107,681 mi
200272%1,452107,256 mi
200171%992106,468 mi
200070%559109,577 mi
199973%14186,109 mi
199860%50140,073 mi

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About the 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC

The 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2006 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 107,084 miles at 20 years old, RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,157 180/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £265 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 64% 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 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC

At 20 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 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Clutch Wear

Watch out

With an average of 107k miles, clutch replacement may be due (typical lifespan 60,000-100,000 miles). Budget £400-£800 for a new clutch kit.

Brake Discs and Pads

Medium risk

High-mileage cars often need brake disc replacement, not just pads. A full set of discs and pads costs £200-£500 per axle.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 64% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2006 RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC(2006)64%£1137£265Grp 12-25£2157
FORD FIESTA(2008)72%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£435
FORD FOCUS(2008)73%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£330
VAUXHALL CORSA(2008)73%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£435
BMW 3 SERIES(2007)80%£1327£135Grp 18-32£1867-£290

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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