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RBY 868K

1975 Renault 4

Blue Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,594 mi
Last recorded59,594 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 868K
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 59,594 miles

Front front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 57,901 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 54,913 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 52,311 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 52,311 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 50,384 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2013 50,381 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2012 48,452 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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RBY 868K is a 1975 Renault 4 in Blue with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RBY 868K, 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 51 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RBY 868K registered?

RBY 868K is a 1975 Renault 4, first registered on 1 December 1975.

Is RBY 868K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBY 868K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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