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RENAULT LAGUNA (1996)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 52 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

81%

Total Tests (2024)

52

Avg Mileage

104,369 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,867

Is the 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 28 years old, 81% of RENAULT LAGUNAs from 1996 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 52 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 104,369 miles.

How does the 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA compare?

Rank among all 1996 cars82th out of 252(top 33%)
Rank among all RENAULT models316th out of 636(top 50%)
vs national average-1% (82% avg)
vs 1996 cars average+6% (75% avg)
vs RENAULT average+1% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA has 104,369 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 207,200 miles for a 28-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a RENAULT LAGUNA?

The most reliable year is the 1999 model with a 81% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 66%. The 1996 sits between the two at 81%.

How much does a 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1800cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,867
Per month£156/mo

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

RENAULT LAGUNA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201274%512127,283 mi
201174%2,824121,700 mi
201071%3,357126,378 mi
200973%2,332122,795 mi
200872%3,679125,529 mi
200769%1,734121,131 mi
200669%914105,379 mi
200569%678103,544 mi
200467%733101,379 mi
200366%543100,007 mi
200271%331101,960 mi
200179%8988,563 mi
200073%191100,555 mi
199981%328103,095 mi
199867%11495,734 mi
199774%73100,561 mi
199681%52104,369 mi

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About the 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA

The 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA is a family car with a 1800cc petrol engine. 52 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1996, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 104,369 miles at 28 years old, RENAULT LAGUNA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1996 RENAULT LAGUNA Fuel Costs

The 1800cc 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 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,867 (£156/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT LAGUNA Reliability Trend

Older RENAULT LAGUNAs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 3 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA

At 28 years old, the RENAULT LAGUNA 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 1999 model has the highest pass rate at 81%. Note: with only 52 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1996 RENAULT LAGUNA

The RENAULT LAGUNA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: