Renault Koleos Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Koleos reliable? We analysed 55,341 real MOT tests across 5,106 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Koleos is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Koleos.
Renault Koleos Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Koleos. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Koleos MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Koleos to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Koleos Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Koleos fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Koleos Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Koleos models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Renault Koleos Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Koleos owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Koleos MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Koleos year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 64 | 84.4% | 26,345 | 36,160 | 48,211 |
| 2019 | 4,132 | 85.7% | 26,228 | 37,474 | 51,118 |
| 2018 | 5,894 | 86.8% | 29,105 | 42,616 | 59,875 |
| 2017 | 5,134 | 85.4% | 31,556 | 45,480 | 62,250 |
| 2010 | 1,750 | 72.3% | 55,823 | 81,623 | 111,482 |
| 2009 | 28,550 | 72.3% | 51,914 | 77,400 | 104,802 |
| 2008 | 9,493 | 73.1% | 53,387 | 79,971 | 108,794 |
How Long Does a Renault Koleos Last?
Based on 5,106 Renault Koleos vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Koleos Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Koleos 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 Koleos
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 5,894 tests
72.3% MOT pass rate from 28,550 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Koleos is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 5,894 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Koleos Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Koleos THIS CAR | 76.2% | 55,341 | 65,615 mi | 18 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 |
| Jeep Cherokee 3.7 Limited Auto | 75.2% | 24,206 | 71,526 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Koleos outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Renault Koleos has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 55,341 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Renault Koleos are position lamp(s) not working (783 recorded failures), anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (707), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (694). 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.
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 Koleos 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 Koleos owner drives around 7,542 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 Koleos models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.