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DRT 485T

1979 Renault R4

Yellow Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

145,541 mi
Last recorded145,541 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1979 Renault R452,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRT 485T
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 145,541 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Apr 2021 145,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both nearside and offside ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

both nearside and offside front tyres deteriorated slightly

Fail 30 Apr 2021 145,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both nearside and offside ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

both nearside and offside front tyres deteriorated slightly

Fail 28 Sep 2020 145,097 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2019 144,509 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 142,891 miles

Nearside Front slight play in inner steering arm

Fail 9 Oct 2018 142,891 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front slight play in inner steering arm

Pass 10 Oct 2017 141,391 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 141,391 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 139,847 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 139,847 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 138,885 miles

slight play in inner steering joints

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2014 138,275 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 137,125 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 136,846 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 136,846 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 136,117 miles

play in both front inner tie rods

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 1 Sep 2011 136,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

play in both front inner tie rods

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 8 Sep 2010 13,588 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 13,588 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 135,632 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 135,529 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 134,616 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 133,640 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 132,553 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2005

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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DRT 485T is a 1979 Renault R4 in Yellow with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 1979 Renault R4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 52,718 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 DRT 485T, 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 47 years old, this Renault R4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRT 485T registered?

DRT 485T is a 1979 Renault R4, first registered on 2 March 1979.

Is DRT 485T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRT 485T shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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