Renault Laguna
From 17,061 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Lagunas fare better: 2012 models pass at 67.2% vs 63.1% for 2004.
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, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 1,347 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 | 1,347 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,040 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 792 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 657 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 545 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 489 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 396 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 380 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 363 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 354 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 26.7% of Laguna failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 32.8% 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 £131.
Renault Laguna on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 2,136 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 2,136. At this rate, roughly 7.4 years until none remain. Now at 5.7% of its peak (277,821 in 2004 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 6,774 | 9,105 | +0 | -365 | -365 |
| 2025 Q2 | 7,155 | 9,089 | +0 | -412 | -412 |
| 2025 Q1 | 7,552 | 9,104 | +0 | -650 | -650 |
| 2024 Q4 | 8,014 | 9,292 | +0 | -709 | -709 |
| 2024 Q3 | 8,471 | 9,544 | +1 | -588 | -587 |
| 2024 Q2 | 9,001 | 9,601 | +0 | -471 | -471 |
| 2024 Q1 | 9,488 | 9,585 | +0 | -521 | -521 |
| 2023 Q4 | 10,025 | 9,569 | +2 | -447 | -445 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna Dy-Que T-T Dci Fap | Diesel | 933 | 23% |
| Laguna Dynamique Dci 150 | Diesel | 337 | 8% |
| Laguna Tomtom Edition Dci | Diesel | 287 | 7% |
| Laguna Dynam S Dci 150 | Diesel | 271 | 7% |
| Laguna Dynamique Dci 110 | Diesel | 233 | 6% |
| Laguna Dy-Que T-T Dci 110 | Diesel | 209 | 5% |
| Laguna Dynamique | Diesel | 209 | 5% |
| Laguna Gt Dci | Diesel | 173 | 4% |
| Laguna Expression Dci 150 | Diesel | 160 | 4% |
| Laguna Initiale Dci 150 | Diesel | 158 | 4% |
| Laguna Gt Line T-T Dci 150 Fap | Diesel | 157 | 4% |
| Laguna Expression Dci 110 | Diesel | 154 | 4% |
| Laguna Dynamique 16V | Diesel | 120 | 3% |
| Laguna Expression | Petrol | 117 | 3% |
| Laguna Dyque Tt Intle Lpck Dci | Diesel | 105 | 3% |
| Laguna Dynamique Dci 130 | Diesel | 92 | 2% |
| Laguna Expression 16V | Petrol | 90 | 2% |
| Laguna Dci | Diesel | 89 | 2% |
| Laguna Dyque Tt Dci Fap A | Diesel | 89 | 2% |
| Laguna Dy-Que T-T Dci 150 | Diesel | 86 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 67.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 68.2% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2010 | 65.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2009 | 67.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
9 earlier years
| 2008 | 66.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2007 | 62.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2006 | 61.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2005 | 64.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 63.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2003 | 61.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play |
| 2002 | 69.3% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2000 | 68% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 1999 | 83.2% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, headlamp reflector or lens seriously defective or missing |
Typical mileage
Half of all Lagunas tested had between 90,106 and 155,533 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 129,442 median miles, the Laguna has 0.026 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 Laguna MOT pass rate?
The Renault Laguna has a 66.2% MOT pass rate based on 17,061 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Laguna?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Laguna is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 1,347 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
How many Renault Lagunas are on UK roads?
There are 6,774 Renault Lagunas currently licensed on UK roads, with 9,105 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Laguna at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Laguna is 129,442 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 90,106 and 155,533 miles.
Buying a used Laguna?
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 66.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £131 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 26.7% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.