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AHE 78T

1979 Renault 12

Black Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,835 mi
Last recorded55,835 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHE 78T
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 55,835 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 May 2017 53,815 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 53,137 miles

n/s steering arm ,inner bush slight wear

Pass 2 Jun 2015 51,939 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s front flexible brake hose slightly twisted, very near suspension arm on full right hand lock

Pass 19 May 2014 50,963 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 May 2013 50,545 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 16 May 2013 50,545 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 May 2012 50,326 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 49,842 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 48,051 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 48,050 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 May 2009 47,313 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 44,858 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 41,017 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 38,262 miles

How Reliable is the Renault 12?

Based on 727 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
711
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 39
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 14
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AHE 78T is a 1979 Renault 12 in Black with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Renault 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AHE 78T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 47 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AHE 78T registered?

AHE 78T is a 1979 Renault 12, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is AHE 78T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHE 78T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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