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E589 KBV

1988 Renault R9

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

253,418 mi
Last recorded253,418 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Renault R981,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE589 KBV
MakeRenault
ModelR9
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 253,418 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened around anti roll bar offside mounting area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath chassis leg in engine bay (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 251,071 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 251,047 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking lift pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch next to strut mount and rear of wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 248,910 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 248,903 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at shock absorber upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 246,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 243,951 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing near spring top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 241,290 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 241,274 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 238,936 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 233,442 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 225,348 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 217,280 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 217,272 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 208,181 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 208,160 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut top under wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 199,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 192,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r sill slightly corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2013 186,648 miles

exhaust back box slightly corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2012 179,916 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Mar 2011 172,677 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight scrathing to screen

Pass 25 Mar 2010 167,326 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 160,694 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Mar 2008 152,300 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 144,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 133,859 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R9?

Based on 2,301 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
1,289
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
constant velocity joint gaiter split 122
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Brake pipe excessively corroded 100
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E589 KBV is a 1988 Renault R9 in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1988 Renault R9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 81,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E589 KBV, 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 38 years old, this Renault R9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E589 KBV is a 1988 Renault R9, first registered on 5 February 1988.

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