Renault LL29 DCI 100 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault LL29 DCI 100 reliable? We analysed 18,285 real MOT tests across 1,182 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault LL29 DCI 100 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault LL29 DCI 100.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault LL29 DCI 100. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault LL29 DCI 100 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault LL29 DCI 100 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault LL29 DCI 100 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault LL29 DCI 100 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 3,271 | 65.7% | 78,845 | 114,965 | 152,159 |
| 2005 | 4,066 | 65.7% | 80,239 | 117,625 | 158,784 |
| 2004 | 4,255 | 64.4% | 80,296 | 113,920 | 151,827 |
| 2003 | 4,307 | 66.0% | 74,134 | 106,914 | 141,918 |
| 2002 | 1,530 | 66.2% | 81,569 | 114,146 | 147,526 |
How Long Does a Renault LL29 DCI 100 Last?
Based on 1,182 Renault LL29 DCI 100 vehicles on UK roads.
Renault LL29 DCI 100 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault LL29 DCI 100 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 LL29 DCI 100
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.2% MOT pass rate from 1,530 tests
64.4% MOT pass rate from 4,255 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault LL29 DCI 100 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.2% across 1,530 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault LL29 DCI 100 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault LL29 DCI 100 THIS CAR | 65.6% | 18,285 | 115,587 mi | 24 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 |
| Ktm 250 Exc | 80.1% | 6,842 | 2,743 mi | 24 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault LL29 DCI 100 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Renault LL29 DCI 100 has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.6% across 18,285 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault LL29 DCI 100 are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (1,432 recorded failures), suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (784), and position lamp(s) not working (690). 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 LL29 DCI 100 owner drives around 7,993 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 LL29 DCI 100 models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.