Renault G
From 1,653 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Gs fare better: 2015 models pass at 69.1% vs 65.7% for 2014.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 129 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 129 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 124 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 108 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 95 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 69 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 56 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 41 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 37 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 35 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 33 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 31.9% of G failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 35.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £143.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 69.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2014 | 65.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 58.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gs tested had between 66,235 and 102,606 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 81,628 median miles, the G has 0.042 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault models
| Renault Clio | 68.2% |
| Renault Captur | 80.4% |
| Renault Trafic | 69.1% |
| Renault Megane | 67.1% |
| Renault Kadjar | 81.8% |
Common questions
What is the Renault G MOT pass rate?
The Renault G has a 65.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,653 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault G?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault G is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 129 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault G at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault G is 81,628 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 66,235 and 102,606 miles.
Buying a used G?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 65.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £143 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 31.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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