Rewaco RF1 (2023)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 32 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,153

£179/month

MOT Pass Rate

75%

Average

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

1490cc Petrol

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75% pass rate, £2,153/year to run. 7 points below average.

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Petrol1490cc3 years old32 tests0k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1490cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Car rate estimate; vehicles are taxed differently

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,153

Per month£179/mo

Per week£41/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

75% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Rewaco brand average of 89%.

75% of MOT tests on Rewaco RF1s from 2023 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about a year old. That's based on 32 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 13 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2023 models164th of 165(bottom 2%)

Rank among Rewaco models4th of 4(bottom 25%)

vs average of all models-7%(82% avg)

vs 2023 models average-20%(95% avg)

vs Rewaco average-14%(89% avg)

Mileage Analysis

Average miles

7,400

Expected for age

The average 2023 Rewaco RF1 had 13 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is significantly below the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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Rewaco RF1 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	75%	32	13 mi
2020	91%	57	6,174 mi
2018	100%	30	12,167 mi
2012	90%	42	27,830 mi

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About the 2023 Rewaco RF1

The 2023 Rewaco RF1 is a commercial or specialist vehicle. Our records list a 1490cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 32 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 2% of 2023 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 13 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Rewaco RF1 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2023 Rewaco RF1 Fuel Costs

The 1490cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2023 Rewaco RF1?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,153 (£179/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 75% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2023 Rewaco RF1

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

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.

Questions about the 2023 Rewaco RF1

Is the 2023 Rewaco RF1 reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 75% of MOT tests on 2023 Rewaco RF1s ended in a pass, from 32 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2023 Rewaco RF1 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,153 a year (£179 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2023 Rewaco RF1?

75% of 32 MOT tests on the 2023 Rewaco RF1 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 164th of 165 models first registered in 2023 (bottom 2%).

What is the average mileage for a 2023 Rewaco RF1?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2023 Rewaco RF1 is 13 miles, which is significantly below the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.