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Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) (2005-2007) reliability

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Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) built around 2007: about average at the MOT

Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) models built around 2007 fail their MOT a little more often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

35% of MOT tests on Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) models built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 32% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) models built around 2007 involves the suspension.

Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift)
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2005-2007HatchbackDIESEL / PETROL

Based on 1,652 tests of Laguna models registered 2005-2007.

About 1 in 9 Laguna Mk2 (facelift) MOTs (11.3%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2007 (18 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 640 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 9.0% and 13.9%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 12 Laguna Mk2 (facelift) MOTs (9.1%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2007 (18 years old).

Based on 640 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 7.1% and 11.5%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk2 (facelift) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
39733.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
64035.2%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
41533.0%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
20029.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 18 years old.

How the Laguna Mk2 (facelift) compares

At each age below, see how the Laguna Mk2 (facelift) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 41,395 tests across 11 Renault models, built around 2007 (18 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateRenault average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
39733.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
64035.2%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
41533.0%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
20029.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Laguna Mk2 (facelift).

  1. 1

    Subaru Impreza

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.4%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.8%
    Dangerous
    3.7%

    Lower fail rate: 22.4%, against 35.2% for the Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift), both built around 2007.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    2,018 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Toyota Prius

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5%
    Dangerous
    6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.4%

    Lower fail rate: 27.7%, against 35.2% for the Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift), both built around 2007.

    5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    6,859 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Smart ForTwo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.1%
    Dangerous
    4.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    89.4%

    Lower fail rate: 27.9%, against 35.2% for the Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift), both built around 2007.

    1,501 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  4. 4

    Toyota Corolla

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    29.4%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.5%
    Dangerous
    6.8%

    Lower fail rate: 29.4%, against 35.2% for the Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift), both built around 2007.

    7 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    9,326 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Recall context

12 recalls in all

1 of the 12 Laguna Mk2 (facelift) recalls covers cars built in these years.

  • 1 recall

Top concerns

  • Seat belt may not perform correctly

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Laguna Mk2 (facelift) cars built around 2007

The share of diesel cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 381 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
75%
Drivetrain
42%
Emissions
8%
Steering
7%

Wear items

Lighting
66%
Brakes
54%
Tyres
49%
How Laguna Mk2 (facelift) cars have aged

How Laguna Mk2 (facelift) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%14151617181920Age at MOTBuilt around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (1,594 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (1,199 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 35.8% (972 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (655 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 35.8% (458 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 34.6% (942 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.1% (700 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 34.8% (541 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (364 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 33.2% (259 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 35.6% (885 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 35.0% (600 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (420 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 35.1% (291 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 29.5% (200 tests, 2025 data)2005
First registered around 2007First registered around 2006First registered around 2005
How each part holds up as Mk2 (facelift) cars age

How each part holds up as Mk2 (facelift) cars age

The share of diesel cars built 2005-2008 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car17 years18 years19 years20 years
Suspension75%81%85%86%
Brakes54%57%54%60%
Emissions8%6%9%12%
Tyres49%49%51%54%
Lighting66%71%72%72%
Drivetrain42%27%30%41%
BodyworkNo figure1%No figure1%
Steering7%5%10%11%
Corrosion4%3%3%5%

Based on diesel cars in the 2005-2008 build-year band, from 381 to 574 cars at each age.

Mk2 (facelift) variants compared

Laguna Mk2 (facelift) variants built around 2007

The fail rate for each Laguna Mk2 (facelift) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.

Diesel

  • LAGUNA35.8%402 tests

Petrol

  • LAGUNA34.0%238 tests
All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common issues on Renault Lagunas of this age

This list covers every Renault Laguna built around 2007, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 (facelift) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    28.3%
    Advisory: 244Fail: 71 (23% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    23.8%
    Advisory: 213Fail: 15 (7% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    19.4%
    Advisory: 171Fail: 2 (1% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    17.2%
    Advisory: 132Fail: 27 (17% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    15.2%
    Advisory: 118Fail: 23 (16% of the times it was found)

Based on 640 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2007 (18 years old), the Renault Laguna Mk2 (facelift) (2005-2007) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 640 18-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 1,652 MOT tests on Renault Lagunas first registered between 2005-2007. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.