Renault R25 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault R25 car check
Is the Renault R25 reliable? We analysed 6,402 real MOT tests across 1,555 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault R25 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault R25.
Renault R25 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault R25. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault R25 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault R25 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault R25 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault R25 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault R25 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault R25 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault R25 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault R25 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 1,176 | 67.1% | 74,100 | 105,548 | 135,622 |
| 1991 | 1,314 | 65.8% | 85,366 | 111,900 | 140,833 |
| 1990 | 975 | 63.6% | 77,927 | 112,159 | 138,758 |
| 1989 | 1,108 | 61.8% | 83,372 | 119,334 | 148,740 |
| 1988 | 822 | 63.5% | 84,201 | 107,115 | 136,733 |
| 1987 | 610 | 66.4% | 82,466 | 106,975 | 139,417 |
| 1986 | 230 | 67.0% | 67,997 | 98,415 | 141,494 |
| 1985 | 139 | 61.2% | 48,594 | 81,785 | 119,352 |
How Long Does a Renault R25 Last?
Based on 1,555 Renault R25 vehicles on UK roads.
Renault R25 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault R25 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 R25
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.1% MOT pass rate from 1,176 tests
61.2% MOT pass rate from 139 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault R25 is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.1% across 1,176 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault R25 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault R25 THIS CAR | 64.7% | 6,402 | 109,572 mi | 41 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 |
| Tata Loadbeta | 62.6% | 12,316 | 49,835 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault R25 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault R25Should you buy a used Renault R25?
The Renault R25 has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.7% across 6,402 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Renault R25 are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (613 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (408), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (375). 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 R25 owner drives around 2,150 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 R25 models stay on UK roads for around 41 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.