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J148 ELG

1992 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,970 mi
Last recorded74,970 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2005
Typical for 1992 Renault Clio83,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ148 ELG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2005 74,970 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 74,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

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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J148 ELG is a 1992 Renault Clio in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.9% with a typical mileage of 83,432 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 Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J148 ELG, 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 34 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 J148 ELG?

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What year was J148 ELG registered?

J148 ELG is a 1992 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 January 1992.

Is J148 ELG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J148 ELG 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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