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E359 RFD

1988 Renault R25

Blue Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

145,821 mi
Last recorded145,821 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2008
Typical for 1988 Renault R25107,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE359 RFD
MakeRenault
ModelR25
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2008 145,821 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 136,733 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 136,733 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 128,748 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R25?

Based on 6,402 MOT tests across 1,555 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
2,150
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,555
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 613
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 408
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 375
Brake pipe excessively corroded 320
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 308
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E359 RFD is a 1988 Renault R25 in Blue with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Renault R25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 107,115 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 R25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E359 RFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R25 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Renault R25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E359 RFD registered?

E359 RFD is a 1988 Renault R25, first registered on 12 January 1988.

Is E359 RFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E359 RFD shows 4 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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