MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
107,419 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
both rear brake back plates corroded
rear brake application slightly uneven
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
n/s+o/s/r brake backplate corroded
n/s+os/f tyres slight cracking
n/s+o/s/r brake backplate corroded
n/s+os/f tyres slight cracking
How Reliable is the Renault R9?
Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E153 LBX is a 1987 Renault R9 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 E153 LBX, 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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What year was E153 LBX registered?
E153 LBX is a 1987 Renault R9, first registered on 9 October 1987.
Is E153 LBX safe to buy?
The MOT history for E153 LBX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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