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PJW 537X

1981 Renault 4

White Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,400 mi
Last recorded69,400 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJW 537X
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 69,400 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2025 69,400 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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PJW 537X is a 1981 Renault 4 in White with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PJW 537X, 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 45 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJW 537X registered?

PJW 537X is a 1981 Renault 4, first registered on 23 September 1981.

Is PJW 537X safe to buy?

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Does PJW 537X have outstanding finance?

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