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RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 559 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £1555/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol999cc7 years old559 tests32k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,555
Per month£130/mo
Per week£30/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

89% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 7 years old, 89% of RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCEs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 559 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,683 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars957th of 1,419(top 67%)
Rank among RENAULT models177th of 636(top 28%)
vs national average+7%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-1%(90% avg)
vs RENAULT average+9%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

31,683

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE has 31,683 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2022 model has the lowest at 87%. The 2019 sits between the two at 89%.

RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202287%13224,178 mi
202193%1,98120,893 mi
202090%2,27526,824 mi
201989%55931,683 mi

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About the 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE

The 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 559 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 31,683 miles at 7 years old, RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 130/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE Reliability Trend

The RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT CLIO RS LINE TCE(2019)89%£955£195Grp 1-8£1555
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£155
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£177
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£27

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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