Renault Unknown (2001)
2001 Renault Unknown
CarHunch is tracking 4,064 2001 Renault Unknown vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
We have 4,064 2001 Renault Unknown vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 2001 Renault Unknown
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (97%) | 3,930 | 0.4% | 0.01 |
| Petrol (3%) | 122 | 1.1% | 0.02 |
| Diesel (0%) | 6 | 80.8% | 0.83 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
| Gas (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 60% | 2 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Renault Unknown 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 2001 Renault Unknown vehicles fall between 140,208 and 300,190 miles.
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Renault Unknown
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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38.1%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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14.3%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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11.9%
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
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11.9%
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively
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11.9%
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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11.9%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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11.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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9.5%
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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