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XBA 39K

1971 Renault 12

Red Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,272 mi
Last recorded78,272 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Renault 1254,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBA 39K
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 78,272 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 77,838 miles

Surface corrosion to fuel line and brake pipes

Fail 17 Dec 2016 77,838 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Surface corrosion to fuel line and brake pipes

Pass 8 Jan 2016 77,680 miles

corrosion to front and rear jacking points

front brakes binding slightly

surface corrosion to brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 15 Jan 2015 77,680 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

front brake discs corroded

long travel at brake pedal

n/s/f tyre outer wall scrubbed

n/s/r outer wheel arch corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2013 77,680 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 May 2011 77,677 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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XBA 39K is a 1971 Renault 12 in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Renault 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,731 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 XBA 39K, 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 55 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBA 39K registered?

XBA 39K is a 1971 Renault 12, first registered on 25 November 1971.

Is XBA 39K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBA 39K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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