Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Renault Koleos?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Renault Koleos?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Renault Koleos?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2017 Renault Koleos vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2017 Renault Koleos reliable?

Based on MOT data from 677 vehicles, the 2017 Renault Koleos has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Renault Koleos?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Renault Koleos are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (41.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39.3% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (39% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Renault Koleos?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Koleos (2017)

677 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.4% first-time pass rate

2017 Renault Koleos

CarHunch analysed 677 real MOT records for the 2017 Renault Koleos. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Renault Koleos passes its MOT first time in 87.2% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, which is a solid result. However, one in three of these vehicles (33.5%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for buyers and suggests you should factor in a pre-purchase inspection.

At 45,400 miles median, these cars have low-to-average mileage for their age, indicating they've been reasonably well looked after. The average vehicle racks up just over one failure per test and ten minor advisory issues, pointing to normal wear rather than systemic problems—but that high dangerous defect rate means checking service history and getting a mechanic's once-over before you buy is non-negotiable.

The 2017 Renault Koleos has a decent first-time pass rate (87.4%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.04

Over 7.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 37k–56k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 10.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 677 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 677 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 41.6%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 39.3%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 19%

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) · Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) · Play in steering rack inner joint(s) · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 13.2%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 677 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	675	87.4%	1.04

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,995 Renault Koleos vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 27.3%

1,363

Black 26.4%

1,319

Silver 20.8%

1,041

Blue 11.1%

556

White 8.4%

418

Red 2.5%

123

Beige 2.2%

110

Purple 0.7%

Green 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Renault Koleos vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

45,393

typical

36,528

low mileage

56,436

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Renault Koleos vehicles fall between 36,528 and 56,436 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,528 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,528–56,436 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Renault Koleoss sit.

⚠ Over 76,188 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Renault Koleos — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Renault Koleoss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 633 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.04

Avg failures per vehicle

10.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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