Renault Fuego Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Fuego car check
Is the Renault Fuego reliable? We analysed 721 real MOT tests across 100 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Fuego is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Fuego.
Renault Fuego Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Fuego. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Fuego MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Fuego to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Fuego Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Fuego fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Fuego Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Fuego owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Fuego MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Fuego year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 102 | 68.6% | 72,386 | 84,238 | 103,380 |
| 1985 | 136 | 72.1% | 53,035 | 81,957 | 112,736 |
| 1984 | 205 | 69.8% | 71,040 | 87,370 | 101,404 |
| 1983 | 100 | 72.0% | 72,674 | 92,812 | 113,299 |
| 1982 | 134 | 69.4% | 82,332 | 98,693 | 111,860 |
How Long Does a Renault Fuego Last?
Based on 100 Renault Fuego vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Fuego Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Fuego MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Fuego
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.1% MOT pass rate from 136 tests
68.6% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Fuego is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.1% across 136 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Fuego Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Fuego THIS CAR | 70.2% | 721 | 88,983 mi | 44 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Royal Alloy Tg 300 Lc | 91.6% | 687 | 3,364 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Fuego outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Renault Fuego has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.2% across 721 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Fuego are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (64 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (38), and stop lamp not working (29). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Fuego owner drives around 476 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Fuego models stay on UK roads for around 44 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.