Renault 19 (1992)
1992 Renault 19
CarHunch analysed 810 real MOT records for the 1992 Renault 19. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1992 Renault 19 is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 63.6% against the typical 80%, meaning nearly four in ten fail their MOT. Dangerous defects turn up in 15.9% of examples—below the concerning threshold but still a red flag worth investigating on any specific car you're considering.
These 19s are old enough to have racked up genuine mileage, averaging over 104,000 miles, yet they're still generating 1.51 failures and 2.6 advisories per test on average, suggesting wear-out is catching up quickly. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection and specifically ask the seller about brake and suspension history, as these are where ageing cars in this condition typically stumble.
What to check before buying a 1992 Renault 19
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (86%) | 693 | 63.6% | 1.51 |
| Diesel (14%) | 117 | 63.4% | 1.52 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1992 Renault 19 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1992 Renault 19 vehicles fall between 79,950 and 119,147 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1992 Renault 19
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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25.1%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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18.6%
Oil leak
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16.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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14.6%
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
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13.6%
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
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12.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.7%
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1992. Counts include advisories and failures.
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