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C617 FGL

1985 Renault 4

Blue Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

158,402 mi
Last recorded158,402 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 1985 Renault 493,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC617 FGL
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 158,402 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 158,393 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect O/S AND N/S REAR. (5.3.2 (b))

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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C617 FGL is a 1985 Renault 4 in Blue with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C617 FGL, 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.

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What year was C617 FGL registered?

C617 FGL is a 1985 Renault 4, first registered on 30 October 1985.

Is C617 FGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C617 FGL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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