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F286 ODG

1988 Renault 21

Red Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

190,195 mi
Last recorded190,195 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1988 Renault 21105,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF286 ODG
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 190,195 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 190,185 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 18,490 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 184,079 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

centre exhaust rubber mount perishing

Pass 21 Jul 2006 178,740 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 178,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 171,358 miles

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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F286 ODG is a 1988 Renault 21 in Red with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1988 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 105,300 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 F286 ODG, 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 38 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F286 ODG is a 1988 Renault 21, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F286 ODG safe to buy?

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