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D221 YGY

1987 Renault 21

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,740 mi
Last recorded58,740 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Renault 21116,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD221 YGY
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 58,740 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Complete exhaust system corroded but secure

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 58,740 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Complete exhaust system corroded but secure

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

How Reliable is the Renault 21?

Based on 5,094 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
6,091
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 575
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 535
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 464
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 264
Headlamp aim too low 239
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D221 YGY is a 1987 Renault 21 in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.2% with a typical mileage of 116,367 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 21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D221 YGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D221 YGY registered?

D221 YGY is a 1987 Renault 21, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D221 YGY safe to buy?

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