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J506 MHR

1992 Renault 4

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

164,124 mi
Last recorded164,124 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ506 MHR
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 164,124 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion in offside rear inner wheel arch

Fail 25 Sep 2025 164,124 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam nearside and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion in offside rear inner wheel arch

Pass 22 Aug 2024 160,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2024 160,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect has kick up on right hand side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect has kick up on right hand side (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 155,980 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 155,980 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Fitted new bulb. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive Was to high, reset to correct level. (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Cut off wrong way . Applied tape to correct image. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Cut off wrong way. Applied tape to correct image. (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 152,659 miles

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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J506 MHR is a 1992 Renault 4 in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J506 MHR, 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 34 years old, this Renault 4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J506 MHR registered?

J506 MHR is a 1992 Renault 4, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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