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J243 EAP

1991 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

113,493 mi
Last recorded113,493 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ243 EAP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 113,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front no plate condition

nearside front tyre edge worn

nearside sill rusted

offside front seat condition

rear chassis rusted

Pass 28 Jan 2012 109,715 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 109,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 106,176 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 102,275 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 102,211 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 98,132 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 94,735 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 90,990 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 90,985 miles

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

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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J243 EAP is a 1991 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel 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 J243 EAP, 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 J243 EAP registered?

J243 EAP is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J243 EAP safe to buy?

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