How reliable is the Renault Scenic?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Renault Scenic passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Below average reliability
Based on 15,493 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 60.3%.
Renault Scenic reliability by year
How the Renault Scenic performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 85% | – |
| 1998 | 89.2% | – |
| 1999 | 89.3% | – |
| 2000 | 89.2% | – |
| 2001 | 63.5% | – |
| 2002 | 61.1% | – |
| 2003 | 60.1% | – |
| 2004 | 57.5% | – |
| 2005 | 54.9% | – |
| 2006 | 57.1% | – |
| 2007 | 57.2% | – |
| 2008 | 56.8% | – |
| 2009 | 60.4% | – |
| 2010 | 60.3% | – |
| 2011 | 61.5% | – |
| 2012 | 63.2% | – |
| 2013 | 63.5% | – |
| 2014 | 65% | – |
| 2015 | 73.1% | – |
| 2016 | 79% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Renault Scenic as a model. The reliability of any individual Renault Scenic also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Scenic reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Renault Scenic passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 60%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Renault Scenic?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (5.4% of inspections); A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.4% of inspections); Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.8% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.6% of inspections); A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.2% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Renault Scenic?
For a typical Renault Scenic, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Renault Scenic before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.