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E579 CTF

1987 Renault 21

Bronze Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

124,073 mi
Last recorded124,073 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Renault 21116,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE579 CTF
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2006 124,073 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2006 124,073 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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E579 CTF is a 1987 Renault 21 in Bronze with a 1,995cc petrol 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 E579 CTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E579 CTF registered?

E579 CTF is a 1987 Renault 21, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E579 CTF safe to buy?

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