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D818 APL

1987 Renault R9

Beige Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,153 mi
Last recorded55,153 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1987 Renault R976,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD818 APL
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2021 55,153 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

fuel tank rusting

Pass 3 Mar 2020 54,908 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 54,573 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank rusting

Pass 7 Mar 2018 53,911 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Mar 2017 53,027 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly chafed WHEEL ARCH AREA (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,696 miles

GEARBOX OIL LEAK SLIGHT CORROSION O/S/R WHEEL ARCH

Pass 5 Mar 2015 50,620 miles

GEAR BOX OIL LEAK

Pass 4 Mar 2014 49,432 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 48,152 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 46,394 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,547 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 42,646 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 40,553 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 3,830 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 36,454 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 34,047 miles

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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D818 APL is a 1987 Renault R9 in Beige with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D818 APL, 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.

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D818 APL is a 1987 Renault R9, first registered on 18 March 1987.

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