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FLK 744J

1970 Renault R4

White Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

174,070 mi
Last recorded174,070 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLK 744J
MakeRenault
ModelR4
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 174,070 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 173,459 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 173,100 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 173,100 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 169,529 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2009 167,076 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 163,521 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 159,772 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 159,772 miles

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 146,995 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 146,991 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FLK 744J is a 1970 Renault R4 in White with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FLK 744J, 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 56 years old, this Renault R4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FLK 744J registered?

FLK 744J is a 1970 Renault R4, first registered on 4 November 1970.

Is FLK 744J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLK 744J shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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