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LKL 742F

1996 Renault R4

Blue Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

2,754 mi
Last recorded2,754 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKL 742F
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 2,754 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 633 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 632 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 381 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 330 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 99,983 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 99,089 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 98,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 98,724 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 94,604 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 91,905 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 89,812 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

stop lights poor with side lights on

Pass 14 Feb 2008 85,833 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 82,335 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 79,916 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 79,916 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Renault R4?

Based on 5,580 MOT tests across 507 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 651
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 277
position lamp(s) not working 266
fog lamp not working 175
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 160
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LKL 742F is a 1996 Renault R4 in Blue with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

The most common reason a Renault R4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LKL 742F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R4 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 30 years old, this Renault R4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LKL 742F registered?

LKL 742F is a 1996 Renault R4, first registered on 2 September 1996.

Is LKL 742F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKL 742F shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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