Renault MOT Failure Rates
MOT failure rates for 12 Renault models, ranked from highest to lowest failure rate. Data from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million UK MOT tests.
Renault MOT Reliability Overview
Across 12 models with sufficient test data, Renault vehicles have an average MOT failure rate of 36.5%. This is above the UK national average of 28%. Some Renault models perform well, but others have higher-than-average failure rates.
The most reliable Renault model for MOT is the Renault Kadjar with a 18.9% failure rate. The highest failure rate belongs to the Renault Espace at 46.2%.
These figures are calculated from real DVSA MOT test records and represent weighted averages across all vehicle ages and mileage bands. Only models with 100 or more test records are included to ensure statistical reliability.
Which Renault Models Fail MOT Most?
| Model | Failure Rate | Total Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Renault Espace | 46.2% | 8,361 |
| Renault Laguna | 45.5% | 53,219 |
| Renault Kangoo | 44.6% | 244,156 |
| Renault Megane | 43.8% | 531,921 |
| Renault Scenic | 42.6% | 185,473 |
| Renault Clio | 41.0% | 1,433,101 |
| Renault Trafic | 39.7% | 525,084 |
| Renault Master | 39.0% | 291,559 |
| Renault Twingo | 34.3% | 104,187 |
| Renault ZOE | 22.6% | 60,149 |
| Renault Captur | 19.2% | 592,036 |
| Renault Kadjar | 18.9% | 270,853 |
How we calculate failure rates: Rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for each model. Only models with 100+ test records are shown. Data sourced from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million tests.
Renault MOT FAQs
Are Renault cars reliable for MOT?
Renault has 12 models in our database. Some Renault models have higher-than-average MOT failure rates. Check individual model pages for specific data. Click on any model above to see a detailed component-level breakdown.
Which Renault model is best for MOT?
The Renault Kadjar has the lowest MOT failure rate at 18.9%, making it the most reliable Renault model in our dataset. See full Renault Kadjar MOT data.
Which Renault model fails MOT most?
The Renault Espace has the highest failure rate at 46.2%. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad car — higher failure rates often correlate with older average vehicle age. See full Renault Espace MOT data.
How can I predict if my Renault will pass its MOT?
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