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E462 FPM

1988 Renault Gta

Red Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,210 mi
Last recorded7,210 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Renault Gta90,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE462 FPM
MakeRenault
ModelGta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 7,210 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 6,490 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 5,469 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 3,614 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 2,764 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 1,068 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 105,510 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 105,418 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 105,299 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 105,280 miles

all suspension coil springs are corroded

both headlight protective covers are cracked

both number plate lights are dim but still illuminate the number plate

front brake pad warning wire is broken

front number plate is damaged

offside side indicator unit is loose

vehicle battery is loose

wheel trims are fitted to 3 roadwheels (offside front is missing) so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 28 Sep 2011 105,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all suspension coil springs are corroded

both headlight protective covers are cracked

both number plate lights are dim but still illuminate the number plate

front brake pad warning wire is broken

front number plate is damaged

offside side indicator unit is loose

vehicle battery is loose

wheel trims are fitted to 3 roadwheels (offside front is missing) so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 6 Sep 2011 105,273 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 104,857 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 104,857 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2009 104,387 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 104,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 102,404 miles

Exhaust silencer in poor condition.

Front to rear brake pipe corroding.

Fail 7 Mar 2007 102,404 miles

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

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Exahust silencer in poor condition.

Front to rear brake pipe corroding.

How Reliable is the Renault Gta?

Based on 3,263 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
parking brake recording little or no effort 142
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 107
Steering rack gaiter split 93
brake binding 78
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E462 FPM is a 1988 Renault Gta in Red with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Renault Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 90,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Gta fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 318 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E462 FPM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Renault Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E462 FPM is a 1988 Renault Gta, first registered on 1 January 1988.

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