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B225 DHG

1985 Renault 4

Blue Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

116,082 mi
Last recorded116,082 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Renault 493,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB225 DHG
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 116,082 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front door catch slight play

Pass 29 Jul 2024 116,082 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 116,083 miles

All 4 wheel bearings have slight play

Nearside Rear tyre has wear on outer edge

Spare tyre defective

Fail 27 Oct 2022 116,082 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Slight play in all 4 wheel bearings

Spare tyre defective deflated

Pass 20 Oct 2021 115,758 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 115,758 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 112,333 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 112,317 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 112,295 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 112,295 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Renault 4?

Based on 1,716 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
684
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 48
position lamp(s) not working 42
Steering rack gaiter split 36
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B225 DHG is a 1985 Renault 4 in Blue with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1985 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 93,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B225 DHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B225 DHG registered?

B225 DHG is a 1985 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B225 DHG safe to buy?

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