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B442 HJS

1985 Renault R4

Grey Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,836 mi
Last recorded160,836 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 1985 Renault R487,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB442 HJS
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 160,836 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 159,969 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 159,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2007 159,225 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 149,782 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R4?

Based on 5,580 MOT tests across 507 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 651
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 277
position lamp(s) not working 266
fog lamp not working 175
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 160
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B442 HJS is a 1985 Renault R4 in Grey with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Renault R4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 87,375 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B442 HJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R4 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Renault R4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B442 HJS registered?

B442 HJS is a 1985 Renault R4, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B442 HJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B442 HJS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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