Renault R4 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Renault R4. Check any R4 by registration number below.

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78.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.8%

vs Renault Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Renault R4 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault R4 has an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your R4 on the road.

The most common reasons a Renault R4 fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your R4 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Renault R4, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Renault R4 performs at MOT across different model years.

1986

Based on 141 vehicles

68.1%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

30.2%

1985

Based on 92 vehicles

68.5%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

15.1%

1984

Based on 56 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1983

Based on 31 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 136 vehicles

78.7%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

94k mi

Top MOT Failures — Renault R4

The most common reasons a Renault R4 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A tyre seriously damaged

8.5%

Renault R4 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

7.1%

Offside

5.7%

Rear Offside

5.7%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Renault R4

Renault R4 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault R4 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault R4?

The average MOT pass rate for the Renault R4 is 78.7% compared to the Renault average of 81.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault R4?

The most common MOT failures on the Renault R4 are: A tyre seriously damaged (8.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Renault R4 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, the Renault R4 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Renault R4?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Renault R4?

Typical mileage for the Renault R4: 94,370 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used R4 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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