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JBW 986Y

1983 Renault 4

Beige Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,644 mi
Last recorded119,644 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Renault 498,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 986Y
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2023 119,644 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 119,544 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 116,719 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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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JBW 986Y is a 1983 Renault 4 in Beige with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JBW 986Y, 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 JBW 986Y registered?

JBW 986Y is a 1983 Renault 4, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 986Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 986Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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