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J170 MBB

1992 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,318 mi
Last recorded35,318 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1992 Renault Clio83,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ170 MBB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 35,318 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 34,710 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 33,879 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 33,048 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 32,228 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 30,955 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,853 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 28,446 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 26,917 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 25,245 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 25,245 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

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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J170 MBB is a 1992 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 J170 MBB, 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.

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What year was J170 MBB registered?

J170 MBB is a 1992 Renault Clio, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J170 MBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J170 MBB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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