CarVerify

Free Car Check

A17 PNE

1989 Renault Gta

Blue Petrol 2849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,044 mi
Last recorded137,044 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault Gta78,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 PNE
MakeRenault
ModelGta
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 137,044 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 136,861 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 135,375 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 135,290 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 135,289 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 135,219 miles

Rear tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Slight play in steering column universal joint.

Fail 29 May 2015 135,219 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Slight play in steering column universal joint.

Pass 22 May 2014 134,706 miles

In line fuel filter hanging from under vehicle.

Fail 14 May 2014 134,699 miles

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

In line fuel filter hanging from under vehicle.

Pass 3 Jul 2012 134,145 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 131,371 miles

Various loose wires in engine bay.

Fail 27 Apr 2011 131,359 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Various loose wires in engine bay.

Fail 5 May 2010 131,340 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

How Reliable is the Renault Gta?

Based on 3,263 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
parking brake recording little or no effort 142
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 107
Steering rack gaiter split 93
brake binding 78
Full Renault Gta reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A17 PNE is a 1989 Renault Gta in Blue with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Renault Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 78,001 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Gta fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 318 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 PNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Renault Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A17 PNE?

You can check the full history of A17 PNE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A17 PNE registered?

A17 PNE is a 1989 Renault Gta, first registered on 14 June 1989.

Is A17 PNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 PNE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A17 PNE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A17 PNE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.