MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
195,879 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak on engine area
Radiator shows signs of slight leakage possible historical
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Oil leak on engine area
Radiator shows signs of slight leakage possible historical
both outer c v boots worn
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Body has slight corrosion both front jacking points corroded (6.1.B.2)
Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/f o/s/f inner jacking point drain holes corroded slightly (2.4.A.3)
light blue smoke when vehicle first starts up
How Reliable is the Renault R9?
Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B295 XBA is a 1985 Renault R9 in Silver with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1985 Renault R9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 60,245 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 B295 XBA, 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 41 years old, this Renault R9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was B295 XBA registered?
B295 XBA is a 1985 Renault R9, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B295 XBA safe to buy?
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