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F899 SLJ

1988 Renault 21

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,801 mi
Last recorded150,801 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2006
Typical for 1988 Renault 21105,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 SLJ
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2006 150,801 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 150,801 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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F899 SLJ is a 1988 Renault 21 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F899 SLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F899 SLJ registered?

F899 SLJ is a 1988 Renault 21, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F899 SLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F899 SLJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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