Renault R5 MOT pass rate
77.4% of 1,544 Renault R5 MOT tests pass.
The R5 passes its MOT 77.4% of the time — well above the average across all Renault models, which sits at 69.5%.
At 77.4%, the Renault R5 passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (2) | 2 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 77.4% | 1,542 | 80,783 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Renault R5
The most common reason the Renault R5 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 66.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 66.2% | Not working |
| Brakes | 59.8% | Across an axle |
| Suspension | 34.1% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 26.5% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 21.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 17.0% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.2% | Emissions carbon monoxide content excessive |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 9.7% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 7.9% | Has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.8% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related Renault models
- Renault Espace — 59.2% pass rate
- Renault Arkana RS — 94.3% pass rate
- Renault Arkana — 93.2% pass rate
- Renault G — 60.0% pass rate
- Renault G Scenic D-Que TT Energy Dciss — 59.4% pass rate
- Renault Trafic SL28 Black Ed Engy — 89.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault R5?
- 77.4% of Renault R5 MOT tests pass, based on 1,544 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Renault R5?
- The most common reason the Renault R5 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 66.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the Renault R5's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Renault service history guide for how to check and keep one.