Raleigh Runabout Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Raleigh Runabout reliable? We analysed 767 real MOT tests across 250 vehicles to find out.
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The Raleigh Runabout is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., tyre has ply or cord exposed and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Raleigh Runabout.
Raleigh Runabout Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Raleigh Runabout. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Raleigh Runabout MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Raleigh Runabout to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Raleigh Runabout Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Raleigh Runabout fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Raleigh Runabout Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Raleigh Runabout owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Raleigh Runabout MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Raleigh Runabout year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 63 | 95.2% | 118 | 339 | 2,618 |
| 1967 | 50 | 98.0% | 4,044 | 6,415 | 8,233 |
| 1966 | 74 | 90.5% | 383 | 2,582 | 6,131 |
| 1965 | 156 | 95.5% | 1 | 660 | 1,514 |
| 1964 | 82 | 90.2% | 1,072 | 2,848 | 4,540 |
How Long Does a Raleigh Runabout Last?
Based on 250 Raleigh Runabout vehicles on UK roads.
Raleigh Runabout Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Raleigh Runabout MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Raleigh Runabout
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
90.2% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Raleigh Runabout is 1967, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.0% across 50 tests. The 1964 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Raleigh Runabout Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Runabout THIS CAR | 92.4% | 767 | 1,586 mi | 62 yrs |
| Raleigh Wisp | 93.2% | 385 | 61 mi | 59 yrs |
| Raleigh Unknown | 92.3% | 183 | 4,410 mi | — yrs |
| Jaguar S-type V6 SE Auto | 68.7% | 604 | 86,616 mi | — yrs |
| Moto Guzzi V65 | 81.6% | 696 | 25,848 mi | 41 yrs |
Compared to the Raleigh Wisp (93.2% pass rate) and the Raleigh Unknown (92.3% pass rate), the Raleigh Runabout sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Raleigh Runabout has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.4% across 767 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Raleigh Runabout are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (7 recorded failures), tyre has ply or cord exposed (5), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Raleigh Runabout owner drives around 34 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Raleigh Runabout models stay on UK roads for around 62 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.