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J234 JBJ

1991 Renault Clio

Bronze Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,357 mi
Last recorded101,357 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ234 JBJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 101,357 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 95,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front washers weak

Pass 2 Jul 2010 90,320 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 89,500 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 89,493 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 88,552 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 88,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2008 88,386 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 87,094 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 86,083 miles

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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J234 JBJ is a 1991 Renault Clio in Bronze with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J234 JBJ, 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 J234 JBJ registered?

J234 JBJ is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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