CarVerify

Free Car Check

MGN 989P

1976 Renault 4

White Petrol 845cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,053 mi
Last recorded85,053 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGN 989P
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 85,053 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2020 85,053 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 82,609 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
Full Renault 4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MGN 989P is a 1976 Renault 4 in White with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MGN 989P, 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 50 years old, this Renault 4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGN 989P?

You can check the full history of MGN 989P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MGN 989P registered?

MGN 989P is a 1976 Renault 4, first registered on 7 January 1976.

Is MGN 989P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGN 989P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGN 989P have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MGN 989P. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.