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E161 FGS

1988 Renault R9

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,015 mi
Last recorded82,015 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 1988 Renault R981,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE161 FGS
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2008 82,015 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 81,156 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 80,297 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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E161 FGS is a 1988 Renault R9 in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Renault R9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 81,496 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 E161 FGS, 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 38 years old, this Renault R9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E161 FGS registered?

E161 FGS is a 1988 Renault R9, first registered on 14 July 1988.

Is E161 FGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E161 FGS shows 3 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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