Renault Wind MOT pass rate & common failures
14,023 MOT tests on the Renault Wind (2010–2021) give it a 72.2% pass rate. That is 4.3 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 23.5%. Its most common failure areas are suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 15.7% of all tests — 6.4 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, track rod end and brake discs — coil spring alone was recorded 2,029 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the Wind fails 20.0% of the time in the 0-30k band and 22.6% at 150k+, a spread of only 2.6 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 33.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Wind model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,707 | 72.5% | 27.5% | Suspension |
| 2011 | 9,061 | 71.9% | 28.1% | Suspension |
| 2012 | 253 | 75.5% | 24.5% | Suspension |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 15.7% | 2,199 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.3% | 1,304 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 8.7% | 1,217 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.8% | 949 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.4% | 757 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.4% | 620 |
| 7 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.6% | 229 |
| 8 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 210 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 2,029 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 1,023 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 471 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 467 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 449 |
| 6 | Rbt (sp) | 408 |
| 7 | Washers | 395 |
| 8 | Position lamp | 363 |
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 | 33.0% | 4,629 |
| 2 | Tyres | 23.4% | 3,288 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.8% | 2,353 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 10.8% | 1,509 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.1% | 991 |
| 6 | Steering | 5.2% | 725 |
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 | 1,242 | 20.0% |
| 30-60k | 5,982 | 26.3% |
| 60-90k | 5,041 | 30.0% |
| 90-120k | 1,387 | 32.9% |
| 120-150k | 299 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 62 | 22.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,986 | 28.4% |
| 2022 | 2,917 | 27.5% |
| 2023 | 2,853 | 28.1% |
| 2024 | 2,684 | 26.8% |
| 2025 | 2,583 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a Renault Wind
- Suspension (15.7% 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.
- Brakes (9.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (8.7% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Wind?
72.2% of the 14,023 Renault Wind MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 27.8% fail rate, across model years 2010–2021.
What does the Renault Wind most often fail its MOT on?
Suspension, recorded in 15.7% of tests, then brakes (9.3%).
How much does mileage affect Wind MOT results?
Fail rates run at 20.0% for cars in the 0-30k band and 22.6% for 150k+, a 2.6-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,023 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.