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Renault Grd Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Grd reliable? We analysed 1,457 real MOT tests across 125 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,457 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.7%
Typical Mileage
60,033mi
Annual Mileage
7,235mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
12yrs

The Renault Grd is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Grd.

Renault Grd Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Grd. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Grd MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Renault Grd to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

76.9%
2015
72.7%
2014

Renault Grd Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Grd models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15

Renault Grd Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Grd owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,786 mi/yr
Typical
7,235 mi/yr
Average
8,382 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,440 mi/yr

Renault Grd MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Grd year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2015 390 76.9% 41,614 60,498 83,924
2014 949 72.7% 41,495 60,033 80,568

How Long Does a Renault Grd Last?

Based on 125 Renault Grd vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.9 years
Median
10.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
12 years

Renault Grd Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Grd MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
60,033 mi
75th Percentile
81,610 mi
95th Percentile
115,153 mi
Max Recorded
220,214 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Grd

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2015

76.9% MOT pass rate from 390 tests

Year to avoid
2014

72.7% MOT pass rate from 949 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Grd is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.9% across 390 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Renault Grd Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Grd THIS CAR 73.7% 1,457 60,033 mi 12 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
Seat Ibiza SE Technology MPI 95.5% 1,107 35,886 mi — yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Grd outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Grd?

The Renault Grd has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.7% across 1,457 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Renault Grd with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Renault Grd owner drives around 7,235 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 Grd models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. 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.

Renault Grd — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Grd reliable?
Based on 1,457 MOT tests, the Renault Grd has a 73.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Renault Grd?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Grd do per year?
The typical Renault Grd does around 7,235 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Grd last?
Most Renault Grd models stay on UK roads for around 12 years based on our analysis of 125 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Grd?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Renault Grd?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Grd is 2015 with a 76.9% pass rate across 390 tests.