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NBZ 2601

1983 Renault R18

Silver Petrol 1647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

138,909 mi
Last recorded138,909 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2009
Typical for 1983 Renault R1876,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBZ 2601
MakeRenault
ModelR18
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,647cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2009 138,909 miles

rust to osf jacking point but not holed

Pass 11 Apr 2008 80,091 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 80,071 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 80,071 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 79,429 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2007 79,429 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 78,448 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 78,448 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Renault R18?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
946
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 68
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
constant velocity joint gaiter split 26
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
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NBZ 2601 is a 1983 Renault R18 in Silver with a 1,647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Renault R18 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,826 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 R18 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NBZ 2601, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R18 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Renault R18 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NBZ 2601?

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What year was NBZ 2601 registered?

NBZ 2601 is a 1983 Renault R18, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is NBZ 2601 safe to buy?

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