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B217 VFC

1984 Renault R18

Beige Petrol 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,531 mi
Last recorded35,531 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2007
Typical for 1984 Renault R1897,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB217 VFC
MakeRenault
ModelR18
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,647cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2007 35,531 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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B217 VFC is a 1984 Renault R18 in Beige with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Renault R18 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 97,011 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 B217 VFC, 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 42 years old, this Renault R18 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B217 VFC registered?

B217 VFC is a 1984 Renault R18, first registered on 9 November 1984.

Is B217 VFC safe to buy?

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