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GRP 312N

1974 Renault 12

Green Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,929 mi
Last recorded57,929 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRP 312N
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 57,929 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 57,350 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 57,233 miles

oil leak noted.

Fail 18 Jan 2016 57,233 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak noted.

Pass 5 Mar 2014 57,148 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 56,821 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 55,838 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 55,838 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2009 53,891 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 53,891 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,400 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 51,400 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 51,143 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 51,137 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Renault 12?

Based on 727 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
711
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 39
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 14
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GRP 312N is a 1974 Renault 12 in Green with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

The most common reason a Renault 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRP 312N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRP 312N registered?

GRP 312N is a 1974 Renault 12, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GRP 312N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRP 312N shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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