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E235 CGU

1987 Renault R9

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,503 mi
Last recorded80,503 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2010
Typical for 1987 Renault R976,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE235 CGU
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2010 80,503 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 79,979 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 78,936 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 78,936 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 76,810 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 74,908 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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E235 CGU is a 1987 Renault R9 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E235 CGU, 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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How do I check the history of E235 CGU?

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What year was E235 CGU registered?

E235 CGU is a 1987 Renault R9, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is E235 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E235 CGU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E235 CGU have outstanding finance?

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