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MPW 749P

1976 Renault 12

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,191 mi
Last recorded87,191 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1976 Renault 1251,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPW 749P
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2015 87,191 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 86,851 miles

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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MPW 749P is a 1976 Renault 12 in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Renault 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 51,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPW 749P, 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 50 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MPW 749P registered?

MPW 749P is a 1976 Renault 12, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is MPW 749P safe to buy?

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