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J439 HMC

1991 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,133 mi
Last recorded54,133 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ439 HMC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 54,133 miles

Front brakes rusty and worn

Inner sills rusty, nearside has been repaired

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

One rear exhaust mounting is broken

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 51,340 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 51,340 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 49,337 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 46,883 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 46,840 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,912 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 43,597 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 43,572 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 41,863 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 39,066 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 32,603 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 32,600 miles

Offside Front Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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J439 HMC is a 1991 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J439 HMC, 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 J439 HMC registered?

J439 HMC is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 November 1991.

Is J439 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J439 HMC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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