RENAULT SAFRANE (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 44 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
59%
Total Tests (2024)
44
Avg Mileage
152,299 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 23 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 25 years old, 59% of RENAULT SAFRANEs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 44 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 152,299 miles.
How does the 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE has 152,299 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE
The 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE is a large car with a 2435cc petrol engine. 44 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 98% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 152,299 miles at 25 years old, RENAULT SAFRANE owners drive about as much as the UK average.
1999 RENAULT SAFRANE Fuel Costs
The 2435cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 59% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE
At 25 years old, the RENAULT SAFRANE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 44 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1999 RENAULT SAFRANE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW Z3 (1998) 77% pass rate (+18%) from 8,057 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1999) 78% pass rate (+19%) from 7,815 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2000) 67% pass rate (+8%) from 4,627 tests
- MERCEDES SLK (1999) 79% pass rate (+20%) from 4,295 tests