2001 Renault Laguna — MOT failures & pass rate
601 MOT tests on the 2001 Renault Laguna are in this dataset, and 70.0% of them passed. Against large family cars of a similar age (28.1% fail rate), the 2001 Laguna comes out 1.8pp worse. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (15.6%) and suspension (14.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rigid brake pipes, track rod end and ball joint — rigid brake pipes alone was recorded 46 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2001 Laguna fails 26.3% of the time in the 0-30k band and 29.5% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.2 points.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 45.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 15.6% | 94 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.5% | 87 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 10.8% | 65 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.3% | 38 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.8% | 35 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.7% | 34 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rigid brake pipes | 46 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 41 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 39 |
| 4 | Anti-lock braking system | 33 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 29 |
| 6 | Joints | 28 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 45.8% | 275 |
| 2 | Suspension | 37.1% | 223 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.9% | 180 |
| 4 | Other defects | 25.1% | 151 |
| 5 | Steering | 11.5% | 69 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 11.5% | 69 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 57 | 26.3% |
| 30-60k | 103 | 28.2% |
| 60-90k | 142 | 25.4% |
| 90-120k | 148 | 36.5% |
| 120-150k | 60 | 33.3% |
| 150k+ | 88 | 29.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 540 | 30.7% |
| Diesel | 61 | 22.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 219 | 32.9% |
| 2022 | 148 | 28.4% |
| 2023 | 114 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 68 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 52 | 32.7% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Laguna
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 15.6% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (15.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (14.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (10.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2001 Renault Lagunas pass their MOT?
70.0% of the 601 2001 Renault Laguna MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Renault Laguna?
Brakes, recorded in 15.6% of tests, followed by suspension (14.5%).
Does the 2001 Laguna get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.3% in the 0-30k band to 29.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 601 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.