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EJN 185X

1982 Renault 4

Green Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

154,283 mi
Last recorded154,283 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJN 185X
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 154,283 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 153,553 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 153,553 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 152,370 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 152,370 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 151,532 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 151,532 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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EJN 185X is a 1982 Renault 4 in Green with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EJN 185X, 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 44 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EJN 185X?

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What year was EJN 185X registered?

EJN 185X is a 1982 Renault 4, first registered on 13 May 1982.

Is EJN 185X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJN 185X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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