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F971 NFJ

1989 Renault R21

Red Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,143 mi
Last recorded58,143 miles
Recorded on16 May 2007
Typical for 1989 Renault R21108,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF971 NFJ
MakeRenault
ModelR21
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 May 2007 58,143 miles

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

carburettor overflow pipe damp after turning off engine.

fuel tank support straps corroding

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 12 May 2006 53,794 miles

petrol tank strap corroded

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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F971 NFJ is a 1989 Renault R21 in Red with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Renault R21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 108,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F971 NFJ, 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 37 years old, this Renault R21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F971 NFJ registered?

F971 NFJ is a 1989 Renault R21, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F971 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F971 NFJ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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