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J289 EAB

1991 Renault Clio

Bronze Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,042 mi
Last recorded141,042 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 EAB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2013 141,042 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2012 135,220 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 135,220 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 129,434 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 129,344 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 124,846 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 124,844 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 120,473 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 120,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 115,804 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 115,804 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 110,860 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 110,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 101,941 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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J289 EAB is a 1991 Renault Clio in Bronze with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J289 EAB, 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 J289 EAB registered?

J289 EAB is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 November 1991.

Is J289 EAB safe to buy?

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