Renault Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Renault model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 1,863,461 real MOT tests.
Average Renault MOT pass rate: 80%
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Models tested
Renault Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renault Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A | 39% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Renault R19 | 34% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 3 | Renault Gd Scenic Dy-que T-tom Dci S/s | 34% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Renault Grd Scenic Priv-ge T-t Dci Fap | 33% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 5 | Renault Grscenic | 33% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Renault Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Renault models least likely to have MOT problems
All Renault Models by Fail Rate
Every Renault model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A | 2011 | 61% | 39% | |
| Trafic | 1991 | 59% | 38% | |
| Espace | 1996 | 58% | 38% | |
| Grand Scenic | 2004 | 62% | 37% | |
| Grand Espace | 2006 | 60% | 36% | |
| Megane Scenic | 2006 | 64% | 36% | |
| Megane Scenic | 1998 | 60% | 36% | |
| Scenic | 2000 | 65% | 35% | |
| R19 | 1993 | 65% | 35% | |
| Scenic | 2005 | 66% | 34% | |
| Clio | 1999 | 65% | 34% | |
| Modus | 2004 | 66% | 34% | |
| Master | 2003 | 65% | 34% | |
| Kangoo | 2001 | 65% | 34% | |
| Trafic | 1992 | 63% | 34% | |
| Master | 2001 | 64% | 34% | |
| Trafic | 1993 | 64% | 34% | |
| Laguna | 2003 | 66% | 34% | |
| Master | 1999 | 65% | 34% | |
| Espace | 2011 | 64% | 34% | |
| Kangoo | 1999 | 66% | 34% | |
| Megane Scenic | 2007 | 66% | 34% | |
| Unclassified | 2012 | 66% | 34% | |
| Ll29 Dci 100 | 2003 | 65% | 34% | |
| Gd Scenic Dy-que T-tom Dci S/s | 2012 | 66% | 34% | |
| Megane | 2005 | 67% | 33% | |
| Grand Scenic | 2007 | 66% | 33% | |
| Grand Scenic | 2008 | 66% | 33% | |
| Grand Scenic | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| Espace | 2007 | 66% | 33% | |
| Trafic | 1994 | 65% | 33% | |
| Espace | 2008 | 67% | 33% | |
| Trafic | 1990 | 64% | 33% | |
| Master | 2000 | 65% | 33% | |
| Clio | 1997 | 65% | 33% | |
| Espace | 2006 | 65% | 33% | |
| Kangoo | 2000 | 65% | 33% | |
| Espace | 2009 | 67% | 33% | |
| Grand Modus | 2012 | 67% | 33% | |
| Grd Scenic Priv-ge T-t Dci Fap | 2010 | 67% | 33% | |
| Grscenic | 2014 | 67% | 33% | |
| Laguna | 1998 | 67% | 33% | |
| Twizzy | 2012 | 67% | 33% | |
| Vel Satis | 2003 | 67% | 33% | |
| Clio | 2007 | 68% | 32% | |
| Clio | 2006 | 68% | 32% | |
| Clio | 2005 | 67% | 32% | |
| Megane | 2008 | 68% | 32% | |
| Grand Scenic | 2010 | 68% | 32% | |
| Megane | 2006 | 67% | 32% |
Showing top 50 of 528 model/year combinations. View all Renault models
Renault MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Renault cars?
The most common MOT problems on Renault cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Renault diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Grd Modus Dynamique Vvt A has the highest average fail rate at 39%.
Which Renault model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Renault model in our data is the Captur Iconic E-tech Hev Auto with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Renault models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Renault?
The average MOT pass rate for Renault is 80%, based on 1,863,461 MOT tests across 155 models. This means about 20% of Renault cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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