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J289 VPU

1991 Renault 21

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,128 mi
Last recorded91,128 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 1991 Renault 21112,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 VPU
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2008 91,128 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

slight play in steering rack holding bushs

Pass 13 Nov 2007 219,005 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

o/s/f mirror cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2006 213,294 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 206,765 miles

How Reliable is the Renault 21?

Based on 5,094 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
6,091
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 575
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 535
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 464
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 264
Headlamp aim too low 239
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J289 VPU is a 1991 Renault 21 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.7% with a typical mileage of 112,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J289 VPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J289 VPU registered?

J289 VPU is a 1991 Renault 21, first registered on 24 September 1991.

Is J289 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J289 VPU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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