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YRU 817K

1972 Renault 12

White Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,023 mi
Last recorded59,023 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Renault 1250,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRU 817K
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 59,023 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 58,243 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 58,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 56,873 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 56,615 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 55,938 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 53,394 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2010 53,331 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2009 52,926 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 52,764 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,425 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 52,425 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 1 Sep 2006 51,523 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 51,523 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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YRU 817K is a 1972 Renault 12 in White with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Renault 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 50,840 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 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YRU 817K, 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 54 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRU 817K?

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What year was YRU 817K registered?

YRU 817K is a 1972 Renault 12, first registered on 8 March 1972.

Is YRU 817K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRU 817K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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