Renault Wind Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Wind car check
Is the Renault Wind reliable? We analysed 38,317 real MOT tests across 2,373 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Wind is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include coil spring broken, track rod end ball joint has excessive play and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Wind.
Renault Wind Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Wind. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Wind MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Wind to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Wind Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Wind fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Wind Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Wind owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Wind MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Wind year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 635 | 76.4% | 22,184 | 37,399 | 50,072 |
| 2011 | 24,128 | 71.7% | 26,384 | 42,194 | 61,188 |
| 2010 | 13,313 | 72.4% | 28,445 | 44,826 | 63,992 |
How Long Does a Renault Wind Last?
Based on 2,373 Renault Wind vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Wind Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Wind 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 Wind
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.4% MOT pass rate from 635 tests
71.7% MOT pass rate from 24,128 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Wind is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.4% across 635 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Wind Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Wind THIS CAR | 72.0% | 38,317 | 43,013 mi | 16 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 |
| Land Rover Series 3 | 69.6% | 14,076 | 48,543 mi | 56 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Wind outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault WindShould you buy a used Renault Wind?
The Renault Wind has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.0% across 38,317 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Wind are coil spring broken (842 recorded failures), track rod end ball joint has excessive play (710), and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (578). 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 Wind owner drives around 3,781 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 Wind models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.