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J401 UJN

1991 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

101,893 mi
Last recorded101,893 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ401 UJN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2010 101,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

offside and nearside anti roll bar outer bushes split

offside and nearside front lower arm inner bushes starting to split

power steering pipe damp

slight play in nearside top shock absorber mounting

spare tyre flat

water leak

Pass 4 Aug 2009 100,965 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 100,133 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

offside and nearside front anti roll bar outer bushes starting to perish

slight amount of fluid around power steering rack boots

spare tyre flat and sidewall damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2007 98,255 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 98,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake check

spare tyre flat

Pass 5 Jul 2006 97,343 miles

offside front lower ball joint grease boot split

Fail 19 Jun 2006 96,969 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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J401 UJN is a 1991 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 J401 UJN, 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 J401 UJN registered?

J401 UJN is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is J401 UJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J401 UJN shows 7 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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