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Renault Motorhome Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Renault Motorhome reliable? We analysed 4,708 real MOT tests across 271 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,708 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.9%
Typical Mileage
42,044mi
Annual Mileage
2,192mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
41yrs

The Renault Motorhome is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Motorhome.

Renault Motorhome Number Plates

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

Renault Motorhome MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

79%
2010
79.1%
2009
80.5%
2008
80.8%
2007
79.3%
2006
77.6%
2005
73.7%
2004
68.6%
2002
68.2%
2001
70.3%
2000
61.7%
1993
67.6%
1992
56.5%
1989
68.9%
1988
65.2%
1985

Renault Motorhome Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Renault Motorhome fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 113
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 54
brake binding 54
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 52
Registration plate lamp not working 48
Hazard warning switch faulty 47
position lamp(s) not working 44
Stop lamp not working 41

Renault Motorhome Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,050 mi/yr
Typical
2,192 mi/yr
Average
3,277 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,897 mi/yr

Renault Motorhome MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 62 79.0% 21,266 37,044 49,208
2009 177 79.1% 18,557 27,443 35,316
2008 461 80.5% 17,064 27,580 47,542
2007 1,015 80.8% 18,671 30,971 48,560
2006 1,025 79.3% 21,283 34,160 50,983
2005 527 77.6% 22,107 42,211 64,696
2004 137 73.7% 46,892 84,571 132,064
2002 204 68.6% 73,555 106,522 126,701
2001 151 68.2% 63,732 101,749 138,608
2000 138 70.3% 139,763 186,108 239,504
1993 81 61.7% 54,530 92,496 121,370
1992 74 67.6% 49,926 54,042 62,918
1989 62 56.5% 56,474 57,204 78,534
1988 74 68.9% 57,912 66,645 117,993
1985 69 65.2% 69,869 80,330 87,364

How Long Does a Renault Motorhome Last?

Based on 271 Renault Motorhome vehicles on UK roads.

Average
18.8 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
41 years

Renault Motorhome Mileage Distribution

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

Median
42,044 mi
75th Percentile
72,771 mi
95th Percentile
170,645 mi
Max Recorded
576,187 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Motorhome

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

Best year
2007

80.8% MOT pass rate from 1,015 tests

Year to avoid
1989

56.5% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

The best year to buy a used Renault Motorhome is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.8% across 1,015 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Renault Motorhome Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Renault Motorhome THIS CAR 76.9% 4,708 42,044 mi 41 yrs
Renault Clio 67.1% 14,729,048 62,807 mi 33 yrs
Renault Megane 67.3% 7,306,346 70,453 mi 30 yrs
Renault Laguna 64.6% 2,783,232 89,257 mi 32 yrs
Honda Fjs 600 A-7 88.3% 3,902 14,686 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Motorhome outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Renault Motorhome?

The Renault Motorhome has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.9% across 4,708 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 Renault Motorhome are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (113 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (102), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (54). 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 Renault Motorhome owner drives around 2,192 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 Motorhome models stay on UK roads for around 41 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.

Renault Motorhome — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Renault Motorhome reliable?
Based on 4,708 MOT tests, the Renault Motorhome has a 76.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Renault Motorhome?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Renault Motorhome do per year?
The typical Renault Motorhome does around 2,192 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Renault Motorhome last?
Most Renault Motorhome models stay on UK roads for around 41 years based on our analysis of 271 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Renault Motorhome?
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 Motorhome?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Renault Motorhome is 2007 with a 80.8% pass rate across 1,015 tests.