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D389 SBS

1987 Renault R9

Silver Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,934 mi
Last recorded83,934 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2006
Typical for 1987 Renault R976,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD389 SBS
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2006 83,934 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 83,934 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Renault R9?

Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
1,289
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
constant velocity joint gaiter split 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Brake pipe excessively corroded 100
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D389 SBS is a 1987 Renault R9 in Silver with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Renault R9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 76,419 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 R9 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D389 SBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R9 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Renault R9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D389 SBS registered?

D389 SBS is a 1987 Renault R9, first registered on 2 June 1987.

Is D389 SBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D389 SBS 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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