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RENAULT LAGUNA (2005)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 678 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

69%

Total Tests (2024)

678

Avg Mileage

103,544 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,927

Is the 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 19 years old, 69% of RENAULT LAGUNAs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 678 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 103,544 miles.

How does the 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA compare?

Rank among all 2005 cars399th out of 526(top 76%)
Rank among all RENAULT models521th out of 636(top 82%)
vs national average-13% (82% avg)
vs 2005 cars average-3% (72% avg)
vs RENAULT average-11% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA has 103,544 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 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 2005 sits between the two at 69%.

How much does a 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1870cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/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 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA

The 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA is a family car with a 1870cc diesel engine. 678 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 103,544 miles at 19 years old, RENAULT LAGUNA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2005 RENAULT LAGUNA Fuel Costs

The 1870cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

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 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA

At 19 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%.

Alternatives to the 2005 RENAULT LAGUNA

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: