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CVN 996Y

1983 Renault 4

Blue Petrol 1105cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

230,742 mi
Last recorded230,742 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Renault 498,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVN 996Y
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,105cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 230,742 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 230,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Renault 4?

Based on 1,716 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
684
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 48
position lamp(s) not working 42
Steering rack gaiter split 36
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CVN 996Y is a 1983 Renault 4 in Blue with a 1,105cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 98,109 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 4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CVN 996Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 4 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CVN 996Y registered?

CVN 996Y is a 1983 Renault 4, first registered on 10 June 1983.

Is CVN 996Y safe to buy?

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