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J274 XCG

1991 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,922 mi
Last recorded42,922 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ274 XCG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2013 42,922 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 42,455 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 42,455 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,296 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 42,084 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 42,082 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 41,676 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 41,673 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 41,225 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 41,219 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake stationary pin locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 40,308 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 40,308 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,492 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 39,492 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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J274 XCG is a 1991 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 J274 XCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J274 XCG registered?

J274 XCG is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 2 October 1991.

Is J274 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J274 XCG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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