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C291 OVW

1985 Renault 4

White Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,781 mi
Last recorded43,781 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Renault 493,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC291 OVW
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2024 43,781 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 43,779 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 43,739 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 43,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 40,198 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 39,711 miles

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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C291 OVW is a 1985 Renault 4 in White with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C291 OVW, 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 C291 OVW registered?

C291 OVW is a 1985 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C291 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C291 OVW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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