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Renault Trucks Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Trucks Unknown reliable? We analysed 3,513 real MOT tests across 1,192 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,513 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.4%
Typical Mileage
153,259mi
Annual Mileage
13,413mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Renault Trucks Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Trucks Unknown.

Renault Trucks Unknown Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Renault Trucks Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Renault Trucks Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Renault Trucks Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.4%
2017
71%
2016
72.5%
2015
63.5%
2014
70.4%
2013

Renault Trucks Unknown Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Renault Trucks Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18

Renault Trucks Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Renault Trucks Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,081 mi/yr
Typical
13,413 mi/yr
Average
18,845 mi/yr
Heavy usage
26,800 mi/yr

Renault Trucks Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Trucks Unknown year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 695 74.4% 92,131 144,603 207,320
2016 720 71.0% 92,047 134,010 175,860
2015 51 72.5% 41,791 77,665 132,801
2014 52 63.5% 92,518 120,391 194,112
2013 429 70.4% 87,411 164,012 235,911

How Long Does a Renault Trucks Unknown Last?

Based on 1,192 Renault Trucks Unknown vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.4 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Renault Trucks Unknown Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Renault Trucks Unknown MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
153,259 mi
75th Percentile
256,390 mi
95th Percentile
575,628 mi
Max Recorded
8,659,113 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Trucks Unknown

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2017

74.4% MOT pass rate from 695 tests

Year to avoid
2014

63.5% MOT pass rate from 52 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Trucks Unknown is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.4% across 695 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Renault Trucks Unknown Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Trucks Unknown THIS CAR 79.4% 3,513 153,259 mi 13 yrs
Renault Trucks Master 35 LWB 79% 15,042 84,878 mi — yrs
Renault Trucks Master 70.5% 6,275 129,070 mi 18 yrs
Renault Trucks Master 125.35 LWB 68.6% 6,185 134,434 mi 16 yrs
Robin Hood 2B 85.3% 1,931 8,941 mi 42 yrs

Compared to the Renault Trucks Master 35 LWB (79.0% pass rate) and the Renault Trucks Master (70.5% pass rate), the Renault Trucks Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Trucks Unknown?

The Renault Trucks Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% across 3,513 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Renault Trucks Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Renault Trucks Unknown owner drives around 13,413 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 Renault Trucks Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Renault Trucks Unknown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Trucks Unknown reliable?
Based on 3,513 MOT tests, the Renault Trucks Unknown has a 79.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Trucks Unknown?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Renault Trucks Unknown do per year?
The typical Renault Trucks Unknown does around 13,413 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Trucks Unknown last?
Most Renault Trucks Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 1,192 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Trucks Unknown?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Renault Trucks Unknown?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Trucks Unknown is 2017 with a 74.4% pass rate across 695 tests.