Renault R19
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 195 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests
195
Best Year
1992 (83%)
Years Covered
4
About the Renault R19
The Renault R19 has been tested 195 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (1991 to 1995), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1992 model is the most reliable with a 83% pass rate from 47 tests. The 1993 model has the lowest at 65%. With a 18 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1991) averages 77,648 miles, while the newest (1995) averages 101,405 miles.
Compared to the Renault brand average of 80%, the R19 is 6 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Renault models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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