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H870 GJF

1991 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,728 mi
Last recorded134,728 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH870 GJF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2014 134,728 miles

N/s rear subframe mounting corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2013 133,734 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 132,404 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 131,082 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 129,895 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 129,891 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 128,180 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 126,410 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 124,170 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 124,170 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 120,750 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 120,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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H870 GJF is a 1991 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.7% with a typical mileage of 83,282 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 H870 GJF, 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 35 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H870 GJF registered?

H870 GJF is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1991.

Is H870 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H870 GJF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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