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A475 DPD

1983 Renault R18

Beige Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,990 mi
Last recorded65,990 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2008
Typical for 1983 Renault R1876,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA475 DPD
MakeRenault
ModelR18
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2008 65,990 miles

corrosion near battery

slight corrosion on nearside front under sill

slight corrosion on offside under sill

Fail 3 Sep 2008 65,988 miles

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

corrosion near battery

slight corrosion on nearside front under sill

slight corrosion on offside under sill

Pass 3 Sep 2007 64,893 miles

Corrosion developing behind offside head lamp on inner wing

Fuel filler cap perishing around the edge but not inside sealing contact area

Pass 6 Sep 2006 63,851 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R18?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
946
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
constant velocity joint gaiter split 26
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
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A475 DPD is a 1983 Renault R18 in Beige with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Renault R18 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R18 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A475 DPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R18 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Renault R18 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A475 DPD registered?

A475 DPD is a 1983 Renault R18, first registered on 2 September 1983.

Is A475 DPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A475 DPD shows 4 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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