Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 31 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 48.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 MOT Reliability Overview
The Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 31 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 51.6% and a failure rate of 48.4%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 earns a "Poor" reliability rating. The average Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 presents for MOT with approximately 52,497 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 is Suspension, affecting 29.0% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 22.6%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 16.1%. 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
* 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 | Suspension | 29.0% | 9 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 25.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Brakes | 16.1% | 5 |
| 4 | Tyres | 16.1% | 5 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 12.9% | 4 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.5% | 2 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.2% | 1 |
| 8 | Buses And Coaches Supplementary Tests | 3.2% | 1 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 3.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 52,497 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 5.53 | 29.0% | 9 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.91 | 25.8% | 8 |
| Brakes | 3.07 | 16.1% | 5 |
| Tyres | 3.07 | 16.1% | 5 |
| Visibility | 2.46 | 12.9% | 4 |
| Steering | 1.23 | 6.5% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.61 | 3.2% | 1 |
| Buses and coaches supplementary tests | 0.61 | 3.2% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.61 | 3.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 has 52,497 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 Gt Turbo 165 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.22% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 MOT Data
The Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 31 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 51.6% and a failure rate of 48.4%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension 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 Megane Gt Turbo 165 is likely to perform.
Suspension — 29.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 29.0% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 22.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 22.6% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165. 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 — 16.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 16.1% of MOT failures on the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165. 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 Megane Gt Turbo 165?
Based on 31 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 has an overall pass rate of 51.6% (48.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165?
The top 3 reasons a Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (29.0%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (22.6%), 3. Tyres (16.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165 reliable?
With a 48.4% MOT failure rate, the Megane Gt Turbo 165 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Renault Megane Gt Turbo 165?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (29.0%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (22.6%); Tyres (16.1%). 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.