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E585 MPV

1988 Renault 4

White Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,380 mi
Last recorded142,380 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Renault 4119,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE585 MPV
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 142,380 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 140,669 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2025 140,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 139,830 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 139,830 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Stuck on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 134,039 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 132,946 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 132,919 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 5.72 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 132,614 miles

135/80/13 x 4..

Fail 26 Feb 2021 132,614 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

135/80/13 x 4..

Pass 20 Aug 2019 132,491 miles

How Reliable is the Renault 4?

Based on 1,716 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
684
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 48
position lamp(s) not working 42
Steering rack gaiter split 36
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E585 MPV is a 1988 Renault 4 in White with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1988 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 119,346 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 4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E585 MPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E585 MPV registered?

E585 MPV is a 1988 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1988.

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