Renault R19 Chamade Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault R19 Chamade car check
Is the Renault R19 Chamade reliable? We analysed 4,145 real MOT tests across 1,154 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault R19 Chamade is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault R19 Chamade.
Renault R19 Chamade Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault R19 Chamade. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault R19 Chamade MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault R19 Chamade to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault R19 Chamade Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault R19 Chamade fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault R19 Chamade Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault R19 Chamade owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault R19 Chamade MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault R19 Chamade year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 334 | 62.3% | 73,036 | 92,525 | 118,416 |
| 1993 | 211 | 63.0% | 91,741 | 111,874 | 131,496 |
| 1992 | 640 | 63.1% | 81,339 | 104,713 | 133,387 |
| 1991 | 1,256 | 62.9% | 70,204 | 93,661 | 119,379 |
| 1990 | 1,625 | 63.9% | 66,837 | 89,435 | 112,511 |
How Long Does a Renault R19 Chamade Last?
Based on 1,154 Renault R19 Chamade vehicles on UK roads.
Renault R19 Chamade Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault R19 Chamade 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 Renault R19 Chamade
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
63.9% MOT pass rate from 1,625 tests
62.3% MOT pass rate from 334 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault R19 Chamade is 1990, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.9% across 1,625 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault R19 Chamade Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault R19 Chamade THIS CAR | 63.2% | 4,145 | 94,442 mi | 36 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 |
| Austin Mini Chelsea | 65.1% | 2,197 | 59,178 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault R19 Chamade trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault R19 ChamadeShould you buy a used Renault R19 Chamade?
The Renault R19 Chamade has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.2% across 4,145 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Renault R19 Chamade are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (316 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (313), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (219). 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 R19 Chamade owner drives around 2,610 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 R19 Chamade models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.