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A851 TNK

1983 Renault R18

Red Petrol 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,091 mi
Last recorded76,091 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 1983 Renault R1876,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA851 TNK
MakeRenault
ModelR18
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,647cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2010 76,091 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 76,091 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 73,483 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 67,529 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 61,765 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 60,970 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 60,331 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R18?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
946
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
constant velocity joint gaiter split 26
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
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A851 TNK is a 1983 Renault R18 in Red with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Renault R18 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R18 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A851 TNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R18 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Renault R18 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A851 TNK registered?

A851 TNK is a 1983 Renault R18, first registered on 11 October 1983.

Is A851 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A851 TNK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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