Renault Laguna Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Laguna car check
Is the Renault Laguna reliable? We analysed 2,783,232 real MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Laguna is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Laguna.
Renault Laguna Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Laguna. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Laguna MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Laguna to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Laguna Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Laguna fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Laguna Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Laguna owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Laguna MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Laguna year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5,296 | 74.4% | 63,690 | 94,035 | 126,308 |
| 2011 | 32,569 | 73.1% | 60,501 | 89,308 | 121,232 |
| 2010 | 44,091 | 72.1% | 57,758 | 86,864 | 119,399 |
| 2009 | 38,808 | 71.9% | 54,598 | 83,384 | 116,064 |
| 2008 | 90,731 | 71.3% | 55,636 | 85,145 | 118,293 |
| 2007 | 94,635 | 68.3% | 53,673 | 81,451 | 112,629 |
| 2006 | 99,097 | 67.2% | 54,183 | 80,608 | 110,000 |
| 2005 | 159,916 | 66.3% | 52,571 | 77,096 | 105,066 |
| 2004 | 240,432 | 63.8% | 51,958 | 76,355 | 104,218 |
| 2003 | 322,943 | 64.1% | 54,053 | 79,017 | 106,629 |
| 2002 | 350,195 | 63.6% | 57,158 | 80,999 | 107,407 |
| 2001 | 210,101 | 62.5% | 49,129 | 73,564 | 100,608 |
| 2000 | 240,991 | 64.4% | 66,818 | 88,414 | 113,146 |
| 1999 | 213,388 | 63.3% | 76,592 | 98,831 | 123,949 |
| 1998 | 196,421 | 62.7% | 82,345 | 104,157 | 128,696 |
| 1997 | 185,631 | 63.3% | 89,194 | 111,018 | 135,346 |
| 1996 | 137,434 | 63.2% | 89,709 | 111,164 | 135,130 |
| 1995 | 85,876 | 62.5% | 90,272 | 111,571 | 134,124 |
| 1994 | 33,767 | 62.3% | 86,955 | 108,465 | 129,532 |
| 1971 | 331 | 64.7% | 89,739 | 109,452 | 130,658 |
How Long Does a Renault Laguna Last?
Based on 305,477 Renault Laguna vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Laguna Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Laguna 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 Laguna
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.4% MOT pass rate from 5,296 tests
62.3% MOT pass rate from 33,767 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Laguna is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.4% across 5,296 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Laguna Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Laguna THIS CAR | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 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 Scenic | 69.5% | 2,489,721 | 55,729 mi | 26 yrs |
| Peugeot 207 | 70.9% | 4,554,199 | 59,259 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Laguna trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault LagunaShould you buy a used Renault Laguna?
The Renault Laguna has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.6% across 2,783,232 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Renault Laguna are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (187,578 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (169,011), and constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (113,854). 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 Laguna owner drives around 7,170 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 Laguna models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.