MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
107,775 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Renault R9?
Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C838 HKU is a 1985 Renault R9 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 C838 HKU, 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 C838 HKU registered?
C838 HKU is a 1985 Renault R9, first registered on 28 August 1985.
Is C838 HKU safe to buy?
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