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F268 FVF

1989 Renault 4

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

215,968 mi
Last recorded215,968 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1989 Renault 4104,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF268 FVF
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 215,968 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 208,610 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 197,085 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 197,084 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 188,388 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

rear seats have been removed,masks on headlamps for beam image

Fail 7 Oct 2020 188,388 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested due to bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt missing rears (7.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (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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F268 FVF is a 1989 Renault 4 in Red with a 1,100cc 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 F268 FVF, 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.

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What year was F268 FVF registered?

F268 FVF is a 1989 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F268 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F268 FVF 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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