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RWP 52V

1979 Renault 12

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,085 mi
Last recorded32,085 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWP 52V
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 32,085 miles

all tyres perishing on side walls

Fail 20 Nov 2009 32,085 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

all tyres perishing on side walls

Pass 15 Nov 2008 32,047 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2007 31,959 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 31,853 miles

How Reliable is the Renault 12?

Based on 727 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
711
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 39
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 14
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RWP 52V is a 1979 Renault 12 in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Renault 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RWP 52V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RWP 52V registered?

RWP 52V is a 1979 Renault 12, first registered on 13 August 1979.

Is RWP 52V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWP 52V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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