2010 Renault Wind — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,707 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Renault Wind, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 72.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (76.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 33.9% in the 120-150k group versus 18.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 15.0% | 708 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 9.2% | 433 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.8% | 416 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.3% | 294 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.3% | 252 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.0% | 233 |
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 | 634 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 312 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 171 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 163 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 145 |
| 6 | Washers | 145 |
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 | 33.9% | 1,594 |
| 2 | Tyres | 23.5% | 1,105 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.9% | 795 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 12.6% | 592 |
| 5 | Other defects | 6.6% | 309 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.9% | 277 |
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 | 330 | 18.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,923 | 26.3% |
| 60-90k | 1,771 | 29.2% |
| 90-120k | 526 | 30.6% |
| 120-150k | 127 | 33.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,003 | 28.8% |
| 2022 | 997 | 28.0% |
| 2023 | 946 | 26.3% |
| 2024 | 903 | 26.4% |
| 2025 | 858 | 27.6% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Wind
Before buying a 2010 Renault Wind, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 15.0% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (15.0% 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 (9.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (8.8% 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.
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 2010 Renault Winds pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 4,707 2010 Renault Wind MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Renault Wind?
Suspension, recorded in 15.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (9.2%).
Does the 2010 Wind get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.5% in the 0-30k band to 33.9% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,707 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.