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J492 TGM

1991 Renault Clio

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

158,830 mi
Last recorded158,830 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2008
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ492 TGM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2008 158,830 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

chip in screen

high hand brake lever

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2007 142,595 miles

same as vt32 test number 261658147208

Fail 5 Sep 2007 142,595 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

chip in screen

Pass 11 Sep 2006 130,887 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 130,887 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

wheel arch cover touching wheel o/s/f

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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J492 TGM is a 1991 Renault Clio in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J492 TGM, 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 J492 TGM registered?

J492 TGM is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 21 December 1991.

Is J492 TGM safe to buy?

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