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SVR 477W

1981 Renault 4

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

101,866 mi
Last recorded101,866 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 477W
MakeRenault
Model4
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 101,866 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 101,866 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 98,352 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 98,341 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 97,940 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 97,634 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 97,634 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 97,181 miles

One exhaust mounting broken but exhaust well supported

Slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Slight side wall cracks showing on offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2016 96,686 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 96,455 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 96,454 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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SVR 477W is a 1981 Renault 4 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SVR 477W, 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 45 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 SVR 477W?

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What year was SVR 477W registered?

SVR 477W is a 1981 Renault 4, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is SVR 477W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 477W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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