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A979 NFC

1984 Renault R9

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

38,258 mi
Last recorded38,258 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2006
Typical for 1984 Renault R952,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA979 NFC
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2006 38,258 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 38,257 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2006 38,240 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Renault R9?

Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
1,289
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
constant velocity joint gaiter split 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Brake pipe excessively corroded 100
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A979 NFC is a 1984 Renault R9 in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1984 Renault R9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 52,256 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 R9 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A979 NFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R9 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Renault R9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A979 NFC registered?

A979 NFC is a 1984 Renault R9, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is A979 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A979 NFC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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