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HBA 788Y

1983 Renault 4

Cream Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

236,597 mi
Last recorded236,597 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Renault 498,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 788Y
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 236,597 miles

ODOMETER NOT WORKING

Fail 10 Oct 2022 236,597 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

ODOMETER NOT WORKING

Pass 24 May 2021 236,597 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2021 236,597 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 236,597 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 236,597 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 236,597 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

light switches modified

signs of corrosion to brake pipes

signs of standing

some damage to front floor

Pass 21 Apr 2018 236,229 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear pipes possibly corroded

headlamp switch modified

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

some old repairs to lower areas,several panel flanges distorted

windscreen grazed

Pass 19 Oct 2016 235,358 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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HBA 788Y is a 1983 Renault 4 in Cream with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Renault 4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 98,109 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 HBA 788Y, 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 43 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 HBA 788Y registered?

HBA 788Y is a 1983 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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