Renault Mascott Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Mascott reliable? We analysed 1,216 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Mascott is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and service brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Mascott.
Renault Mascott Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Mascott. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Mascott MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Mascott to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Mascott Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Mascott fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Mascott Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Mascott owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Mascott MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Mascott year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 50 | 56.0% | 44,816 | 78,042 | 169,445 |
| 2006 | 228 | 73.7% | 58,208 | 105,308 | 136,388 |
| 2005 | 228 | 73.2% | 65,807 | 113,304 | 145,721 |
| 2004 | 95 | 66.3% | 90,692 | 150,692 | 199,324 |
| 2003 | 74 | 66.2% | 141,976 | 250,836 | 326,806 |
| 2001 | 329 | 63.2% | 85,138 | 126,375 | 173,374 |
| 2000 | 92 | 77.2% | 69,075 | 135,766 | 243,818 |
How Long Does a Renault Mascott Last?
Based on 110 Renault Mascott vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Mascott Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Mascott 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 Mascott
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.2% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
56.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Mascott is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.2% across 92 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Mascott Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Mascott THIS CAR | 69.2% | 1,216 | 122,740 mi | 26 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 |
| Kawasaki Ex 400 Gjfa Krt Edition | 89.8% | 766 | 7,053 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Mascott outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Renault Mascott has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.2% across 1,216 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Mascott are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (89 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (40), and service brake: efficiency below requirements (27). 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 Mascott owner drives around 9,236 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 Mascott models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.