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

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76.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.3%

vs Renault Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Renault Avantime — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault Avantime has an average MOT pass rate of 76.2%, which is 5.3 percentage points below the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Avantime on the road.

The most common reasons a Renault Avantime fails its MOT are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, parking brake inoperative on one side. If you are preparing your Avantime for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Renault Avantime, 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 Avantime performs at MOT across different model years.

2003

Based on 162 vehicles

80.2%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

9.9%

2002

Based on 292 vehicles

72.6%Average
Renault average: 81.5%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

16.2%

0

Based on 211 vehicles

75.8%Good
Renault average: 81.5%
Mileage at 5yr

106k mi

Top MOT Failures — Renault Avantime

The most common reasons a Renault Avantime fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

6.2%
2

Parking brake inoperative on one side

3.4%
Renault Avantime Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

6.2%

Rear Nearside

3.7%

Rear Offside

2.5%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Renault Avantime

Renault Avantime — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault Avantime MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Avantime?
The average MOT pass rate for the Renault Avantime is 76.2% 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 Avantime?
The most common MOT failures on the Renault Avantime are: Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (6.2%), Parking brake inoperative on one side (3.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Renault Avantime reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.2%, the Renault Avantime is rated as "Good" 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 Avantime?
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 Avantime?
Typical mileage for the Renault Avantime: 105,753 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Avantime to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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