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A198 BBD

1984 Renault 4

Brown Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,276 mi
Last recorded177,276 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1984 Renault 487,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA198 BBD
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1984
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2016 177,276 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 May 2014 174,863 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 166,472 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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A198 BBD is a 1984 Renault 4 in Brown with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 87,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A198 BBD, 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 42 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A198 BBD registered?

A198 BBD is a 1984 Renault 4, first registered on 3 February 1984.

Is A198 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A198 BBD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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