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UKO 262X

1981 Renault Fuego

Red Petrol 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

505,605 mi
Last recorded505,605 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKO 262X
MakeRenault
ModelFuego
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,647cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 505,605 miles

center fuel pipes rusty but just passable

Fail 14 May 2013 50,569 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

center fuel pipes rusty but just passable

Pass 22 May 2012 47,911 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight movement at front wheels

Pass 5 Oct 2010 47,879 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 47,879 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 47,231 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 46,203 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2008 46,200 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 45,048 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 45,040 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 44,010 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 42,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Renault Fuego?

Based on 721 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
476
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Stop lamp not working 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
brake recording little or no effort 25
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UKO 262X is a 1981 Renault Fuego in Red with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Renault Fuego fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UKO 262X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Fuego typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 45 years old, this Renault Fuego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UKO 262X?

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What year was UKO 262X registered?

UKO 262X is a 1981 Renault Fuego, first registered on 24 October 1981.

Is UKO 262X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKO 262X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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