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F128 JYC

1989 Renault 4

White Petrol 956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,637 mi
Last recorded153,637 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault 4104,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF128 JYC
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine956cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 153,637 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 152,774 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 152,774 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 150,428 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small hole in floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 149,738 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 149,738 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (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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F128 JYC is a 1989 Renault 4 in White with a 956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 104,074 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 F128 JYC, 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 37 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 F128 JYC registered?

F128 JYC is a 1989 Renault 4, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F128 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F128 JYC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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