Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,058 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 32.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco MOT Reliability Overview
The Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,058 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco presents for MOT with approximately 64,162 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 69.3%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 67.6%. This 1.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco is Brakes, affecting 33.6% 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 Tyres at 22.1%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 16.5%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 8 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 43% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (44.6% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | Brakes | 33.6% | 691 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 23.6% | 486 |
| 3 | Tyres | 22.1% | 455 |
| 4 | Suspension | 13.1% | 269 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.9% | 142 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.8% | 79 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 2.8% | 58 |
| 8 | Visibility | 2.3% | 47 |
| 9 | Road Wheels | 1.2% | 24 |
| 10 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.6% | 13 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.6% | 12 |
| 12 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.5% | 10 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 10 |
| 14 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.4% | 9 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 64,162 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 5.23 | 33.6% | 691 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.68 | 23.6% | 486 |
| Tyres | 3.45 | 22.1% | 455 |
| Suspension | 2.04 | 13.1% | 269 |
| Visibility | 1.44 | 9.2% | 189 |
| Steering | 0.60 | 3.8% | 79 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.44 | 2.8% | 58 |
| Wheels | 0.18 | 1.2% | 24 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.10 | 0.6% | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 0.09 | 0.6% | 12 |
| Body & Structure | 0.08 | 0.5% | 10 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.08 | 0.5% | 10 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.07 | 0.4% | 9 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco has 64,162 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 Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.00% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco MOT Data
The Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,058 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and tyres 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 Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco is likely to perform.
Brakes — 33.6% of failures
Brakes issues account for 33.6% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco. 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).
Tyres — 22.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 22.1% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco. 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 16.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 16.5% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco?
Based on 2,058 MOT tests in our database, the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco has an overall pass rate of 67.9% (32.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco?
The top 3 reasons a Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (33.6%), 2. Tyres (22.1%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco reliable?
With a 32.1% MOT failure rate, the Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Renault Megane Dynamique T-tom Dci Eco?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (33.6%); Tyres (22.1%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (16.5%). 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.