Renault 17 Tl MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 111 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 51.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Renault 17 Tl MOT Reliability Overview
The Renault 17 Tl is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 111 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.6% and a failure rate of 51.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Renault 17 Tl earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Renault 17 Tl presents for MOT with approximately 75,924 miles on the clock. The 2007 manufacture year performs best with a 54.0% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Renault 17 Tl is Brakes, affecting 55.0% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 48.6%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 26.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 62.2% | 69 |
| 2 | Brakes | 61.3% | 68 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.9% | 31 |
| 4 | Suspension | 26.1% | 29 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 14.4% | 16 |
| 6 | Steering | 13.5% | 15 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 7.2% | 8 |
| 8 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.7% | 3 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 2.7% | 3 |
| 10 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.8% | 2 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.8% | 2 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.9% | 1 |
| 13 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.9% | 1 |
| 14 | Visibility | 0.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 75,924 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 8.18 | 62.2% | 69 |
| Brakes | 8.07 | 61.3% | 68 |
| Tyres | 3.68 | 27.9% | 31 |
| Suspension | 3.44 | 26.1% | 29 |
| Visibility | 2.02 | 15.3% | 17 |
| Steering | 1.78 | 13.5% | 15 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.95 | 7.2% | 8 |
| Body & Structure | 0.60 | 4.5% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.36 | 2.7% | 3 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.24 | 1.8% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.12 | 0.9% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.12 | 0.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Renault 17 Tl has 75,924 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Renault 17 Tl has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.77% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Renault 17 Tl MOT Data
The Renault 17 Tl is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 111 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.6% and a failure rate of 51.4%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Renault 17 Tl owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 17 Tl is likely to perform.
Brakes — 55.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 55.0% of MOT failures on the Renault 17 Tl. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 48.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 48.6% of MOT failures on the Renault 17 Tl. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 26.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 26.1% of MOT failures on the Renault 17 Tl. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault 17 Tl?
Based on 111 MOT tests in our database, the Renault 17 Tl has an overall pass rate of 48.6% (51.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault 17 Tl?
The top 3 reasons a Renault 17 Tl fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (55.0%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (48.6%), 3. Tyres (26.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Renault 17 Tl reliable?
With a 51.4% MOT failure rate, the 17 Tl is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Renault 17 Tl?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (55.0%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (48.6%); Tyres (26.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.