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J16 REN

1991 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1764cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 REN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,764cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2013

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 87,179 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 86,085 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 86,085 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 85,633 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 85,633 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 85,633 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

Rear bumper insecure

driver and passenger doors have sharp edges

drivers sun visor loose

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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J16 REN is a 1991 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,764cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J16 REN, 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 J16 REN registered?

J16 REN is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 October 1991.

Is J16 REN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 REN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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