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GRC 230J

1971 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

217,780 mi
Last recorded217,780 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Renault Clio76,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRC 230J
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 217,780 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 201,715 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 201,715 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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GRC 230J is a 1971 Renault Clio in White with a 1,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 76,320 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRC 230J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 55 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GRC 230J?

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What year was GRC 230J registered?

GRC 230J is a 1971 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 June 1971.

Is GRC 230J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRC 230J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRC 230J have outstanding finance?

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