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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Renault 16. Check any 16 by registration number below.

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93.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+11.8%

vs Renault Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Renault 16 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault 16 has an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, which is 11.8 percentage points above the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 16 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Renault 16, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Renault 16 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 15 vehicles

93.3%Excellent
Renault average: 81.5%
Mileage at 5yr

95k mi

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Renault 16 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault 16 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault 16?
The average MOT pass rate for the Renault 16 is 93.3% compared to the Renault average of 81.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault 16?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Renault 16 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, the Renault 16 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Renault 16?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Renault 16?
Typical mileage for the Renault 16: 95,211 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 16 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Renault 16's MOT History

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