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B865 WUL

1985 Renault R4

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,732 mi
Last recorded48,732 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Renault R487,375 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB865 WUL
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 48,732 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 48,503 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 48,375 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 48,339 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 48,318 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,295 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,234 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 48,145 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 47,996 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 47,843 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 47,644 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 47,424 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 47,132 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 46,771 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 46,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 46,111 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 45,785 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 45,414 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 45,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 45,088 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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B865 WUL is a 1985 Renault R4 in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 B865 WUL, 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 B865 WUL registered?

B865 WUL is a 1985 Renault R4, first registered on 25 January 1985.

Is B865 WUL safe to buy?

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