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J496 KUT

1991 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,854 mi
Last recorded89,854 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ496 KUT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 89,854 miles

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

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

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

front number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 22 Apr 2008 87,942 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 87,890 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 85,907 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 84,296 miles

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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J496 KUT is a 1991 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J496 KUT, 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 J496 KUT registered?

J496 KUT is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J496 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J496 KUT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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