MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,047 miAbove average mileage for this year
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vehicle structure heavily plated & underseald
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Rear An item not tested (Manual)
How Reliable is the Renault R18?
Based on 745 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C938 VLJ is a 1985 Renault R18 in Green with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 Renault R18 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 79,571 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 R18 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C938 VLJ, 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 41 years old, this Renault R18 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of C938 VLJ?
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What year was C938 VLJ registered?
C938 VLJ is a 1985 Renault R18, first registered on 7 August 1985.
Is C938 VLJ safe to buy?
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Does C938 VLJ have outstanding finance?
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