Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

41% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 112 vehicles, the 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 67.5%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Ll29 DCI 100 (2002)

112 real MOT outcomes analysed • 67.5% first-time pass rate

2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100

CarHunch analysed 112 real MOT records for the 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 Renault LL29 DCI 100 is a significantly less reliable proposition than the typical UK car, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 58.5% against the national average of 80%, and a troubling 41.1% of vehicles having recorded dangerous defects at some point. This is a van that demands serious caution from potential buyers, particularly those without mechanical knowledge or a dedicated garage.

At 114,000 miles median mileage, these vehicles are running high but not unexpectedly so for 22-year-old commercial vehicles. The average vehicle racks up 4.71 failures and 19.4 advisories per test, pointing to widespread issues across brakes, suspension, and structural integrity—typical wear patterns for older vans but steep enough that you should budget heavily for repairs or walk away entirely if the pre-purchase inspection isn't thorough and positive.

We have limited data for the 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

67.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

41.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.71

Over 14.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

114k

Middle half: 95k–135k

For context

These stats describe 112 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100

Based on MOT data from 112 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 41.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	111	67.5%	4.75

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

114,204

typical

94,879

low mileage

134,686

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 vehicles fall between 94,879 and 134,686 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 94,879 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 94,879–134,686 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100s sit.

⚠ Over 181,826 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 33% of 2002 Renault Ll29 DCI 100s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 19 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.71

Avg failures per vehicle

19.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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