Renault Laguna Dynamique 16v (2002)

117 real MOT outcomes analysed • 8.4% first-time pass rate

2002 Renault Laguna Dynamique 16v

CarHunch analysed 117 real MOT records for the 2002 Renault Laguna Dynamique 16v. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

This 2002 Renault Laguna is a serious reliability red flag: just 8.4% of these cars pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and petrol versions manage a 0% pass rate—meaning every single one tested failed on first attempt. No vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is the only positive, but the structural failure rate speaks volumes about systemic issues with this generation.

At an average mileage of 93,317 miles for a 22-year-old car, these Lagunnas are running relatively high, and the near-zero advisories alongside near-universal first-time failures suggests catastrophic issues rather than minor wear items—likely pointing to major mechanical or emissions problems. If you're considering this model, get a pre-purchase inspection from a specialist immediately, as the MOT history alone indicates this isn't a buy-and-maintain proposition but a diagnosis-required commitment.

Below average reliability 71.6% below UK average
8.4%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
0%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.12
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2002 Renault Laguna Dynamique 16v

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (90%) 105 0% 0
Other (10%) 12 82.1% 1.17

MOT History Averages

1.3
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.12
Avg failures per vehicle
0
Avg advisories per vehicle

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Other model years — Renault Laguna Dynamique 16v:

2001