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J407 RCF

1991 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,913 mi
Last recorded62,913 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ407 RCF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 62,913 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 57,781 miles

Oil leak

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 57,778 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2013 56,635 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,610 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 54,317 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 52,962 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 51,622 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 51,622 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 50,296 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 48,882 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 46,602 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 48,303 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 43,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor 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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J407 RCF is a 1991 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J407 RCF, 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 J407 RCF registered?

J407 RCF is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 August 1991.

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