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5085WC31

1988 Renault R21

Gold Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

349,352 mi
Last recorded349,352 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2005
Typical for 1988 Renault R21118,436 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration5085WC31
MakeRenault
ModelR21
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2005 349,352 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 7 Oct 2005 349,352 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Renault R21?

Based on 8,692 MOT tests across 2,304 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
2,178
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 530
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 371
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 370
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5085WC31 is a 1988 Renault R21 in Gold with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Renault R21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 118,436 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 R21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 809 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5085WC31, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Renault R21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 5085WC31 registered?

5085WC31 is a 1988 Renault R21, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is 5085WC31 safe to buy?

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