Renault Trucks Unclassified
VanFrom 350 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 27 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 27 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 18 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 12 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 12 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 11 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 10 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 49.6% of failures are serious: 40.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 8.9% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £85.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 75% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2016 | 70.8% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 94,765 and 217,149 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 145,447 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.021 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Renault Trucks models
Common questions
What is the Renault Trucks Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Renault Trucks Unclassified has a 69.7% MOT pass rate based on 350 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Renault Trucks Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Renault Trucks Unclassified is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 27 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Renault Trucks Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Renault Trucks Unclassified is 145,447 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 94,765 and 217,149 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 69.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £85 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.