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A265 DPK

1983 Renault R4

White Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

147,025 mi
Last recorded147,025 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1983 Renault R489,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA265 DPK
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 147,025 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 147,025 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 146,979 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under drivers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

driversdoor handle in poor condition

Fail 6 Mar 2023 146,979 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under drivers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

driversdoor handle in poor condition

Pass 30 Mar 2022 146,946 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 146,928 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 146,920 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 143,933 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 143,933 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 140,374 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 139,568 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 139,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 137,796 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 137,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 133,308 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 124,686 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 117,101 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 117,101 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 106,077 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 312,964 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 304,938 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 304,938 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 296,608 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 288,193 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 288,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 282,236 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R4?

Based on 5,580 MOT tests across 507 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 651
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 277
position lamp(s) not working 266
fog lamp not working 175
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 160
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A265 DPK is a 1983 Renault R4 in White with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1983 Renault R4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 89,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A265 DPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R4 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Renault R4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A265 DPK registered?

A265 DPK is a 1983 Renault R4, first registered on 3 November 1983.

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The MOT history for A265 DPK shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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