RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 32 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
32
Avg Mileage
181,879 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 23 years old, 69% of RENAULT UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 181,879 miles.
How does the 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED has 181,879 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2012 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2001 sits between the two at 69%.
How much does a 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED 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.
RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 82% | 62 | 53,201 mi |
| 2020 | 96% | 53 | 17,888 mi |
| 2019 | 94% | 49 | 32,688 mi |
| 2018 | 92% | 48 | 43,978 mi |
| 2017 | 89% | 79 | 44,415 mi |
| 2016 | 92% | 90 | 40,463 mi |
| 2015 | 91% | 66 | 105,282 mi |
| 2014 | 82% | 135 | 69,292 mi |
| 2013 | 92% | 87 | 56,032 mi |
| 2012 | 66% | 102 | 89,188 mi |
| 2011 | 64% | 33 | 96,764 mi |
| 2010 | 82% | 33 | 105,019 mi |
| 2009 | 84% | 51 | 89,075 mi |
| 2008 | 77% | 48 | 66,984 mi |
| 2007 | 74% | 86 | 72,947 mi |
| 2006 | 69% | 84 | 102,025 mi |
| 2005 | 77% | 47 | 125,557 mi |
| 2004 | 72% | 54 | 145,647 mi |
| 2003 | 79% | 33 | 100,517 mi |
| 2002 | 73% | 44 | 118,366 mi |
| 2001 | 69% | 32 | 181,879 mi |
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About the 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED
The 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED is a family car with a 1783cc petrol engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 181,879 miles at 23 years old, RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs
The 1783cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend
Newer RENAULT UNCLASSIFIEDs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED
At 23 years old, the RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+2%) from 29,898 tests
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+3%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (-1%) from 22,313 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2003) 67% pass rate (-2%) from 21,166 tests