Sports car and convertible · 2010–2012 cars
Renault Wind reliability
The Renault Wind fails 38.9% of first MOT tests, 24% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 7,377 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.
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- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- 38.9%
- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 24% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- 7,377
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
- 5,100
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
MOT fail rate by age
How the Renault Wind ages
Each point is the share of Renault Winds of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.
| Age at MOT (years) | Renault Wind | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 39.8% | 31.8% |
| 11 | 41.7% | 34.6% |
| 12 | 38.7% | 37.3% |
| 13 | 36.5% | 39.5% |
By year
The best and worst Renault Wind years
2010 cars come out best and 2011 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.
Common problems
What fails most on a Renault Wind
Its weak spot is steering: 339% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.
Fail rate by area
- Suspension19.3%76% above avg
- Brakes11.7%70% above avg
- Lights and electrics11.2%12% below avg
- Steering8.3%339% above avg
- Tyres6.7%15% above avg
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors5.7%15% above avg
- Body, chassis and structure2.1%41% below avg
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks2%32% below avg
- Seat belts and airbags0.3%59% below avg
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top MOT failures
- 1
Coil spring fractured or broken 12.19% of tests
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 2
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn 6.67% of tests
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.
- 3
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 2.89% of tests
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
- 4
Parking brake efficiency below minimum 2.7% of tests
The parking brake holds the car less well than required, so it may roll on a slope and needs repair.
- 5
Position lamp not working 2.45% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 6
Parking brake inoperative on one side 2.06% of tests
The parking brake does not work on one side, so the car may not hold on a slope and needs repair.
- 7
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 1.72% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 8
Brake discs significantly worn 1.68% of tests
Heavily worn discs reduce braking performance and wear pads faster, so a replacement will soon be needed.
Most common advisories
Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Renault Wind's MOT certificate most often.
- Brake disc pitted or scored19.36%
- Tyre slightly damaged or cracking9.68%
- Tyre worn close to legal limit7.71%
- Track rod ball joint slight play4.72%
- Brake pads wearing thin4.61%
- Brake pipes corroded and greasy4.09%
Before you buy
What to check on a used Renault Wind
- 1
Coil spring fractured or broken
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 2
Track rod end ball joint excessively worn
Worn steering ball joints can affect steering control and safety, so repair is needed before the car is driven.
- 3
Suspension ball joint excessively worn
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
- 4
Parking brake efficiency below minimum
The parking brake holds the car less well than required, so it may roll on a slope and needs repair.
- 5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
- 6
The mileage record
A typical Renault Wind covers about 5,100 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
- 7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.
Fuel types tested
- Petrol99.9%
- Diesel0.1%
Most common colours
Black, Blue, White, Grey, Red
Average engine size: 1.3 litres.
Compare
How the Renault Wind compares with its rivals
| Model | Fail rate | Against same-age cars |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrari California | 5.6% | 67% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Aston Martin Vanquish | 6.4% | 63% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Ferrari 488 | 3.9% | 62% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Subaru WRX | 10.8% | 53% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Maserati Granturismo | 15.4% | 38% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Chrysler Crossfire | 33% | 16% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Renault Wind | 38.9% | 24% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
Every sports car and convertible ranked in the sports car and convertible reliability index, or all Renault models.
Questions
Renault Wind questions, answered
Is the Renault Wind reliable?
On MOT results, the Renault Wind is below average: it fails 38.9% of first MOT tests, 24% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 62 of 62 sports car and convertible models in our index.
What fails most on a Renault Wind MOT?
The most common MOT failures on the Renault Wind are coil spring fractured or broken (12.19% of tests), track rod end ball joint excessively worn (6.67% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (2.89% of tests). By area, suspension fails 19.3% of its tests.
Which Renault Wind year is the most reliable?
Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2010 cars do best (15% more MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2011 cars do worst (28% more MOT fails than the average car its age).
How many miles does a Renault Wind do a year?
A typical Renault Wind covers about 5,100 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.
How do I check a Renault Wind before I buy it?
Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.
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