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RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests (2024)

33

Avg Mileage

100,517 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 21 years old, 79% of RENAULT UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 100,517 miles.

How does the 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars119th out of 445(top 27%)
Rank among all RENAULT models343th out of 636(top 54%)
vs national average-3% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average+7% (72% avg)
vs RENAULT average-1% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED has 100,517 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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 2003 sits between the two at 79%.

How much does a 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,827
Per month£152/mo

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202282%6253,201 mi
202096%5317,888 mi
201994%4932,688 mi
201892%4843,978 mi
201789%7944,415 mi
201692%9040,463 mi
201591%66105,282 mi
201482%13569,292 mi
201392%8756,032 mi
201266%10289,188 mi
201164%3396,764 mi
201082%33105,019 mi
200984%5189,075 mi
200877%4866,984 mi
200774%8672,947 mi
200669%84102,025 mi
200577%47125,557 mi
200472%54145,647 mi
200379%33100,517 mi
200273%44118,366 mi
200169%32181,879 mi

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About the 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED

The 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 33 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2003, the average MOT pass rate is 72%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 100,517 miles at 21 years old, RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 79% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED

At 21 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 33 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2003 RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED

The RENAULT UNCLASSIFIED is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: