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J497 MBC

1991 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,460 mi
Last recorded81,460 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ497 MBC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2010 81,460 miles

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

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

dampness around nearside steering rack gaiter

front number plate damage

nearside front tyre tread cracking

Pass 27 Feb 2009 80,261 miles

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

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

condensation in nearside front indicater lens

slight number plate damage

Pass 29 Feb 2008 78,552 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 74,829 miles

Refer To Advice Sheet No.362970657070 Dated 19/02/2007

Fail 19 Feb 2007 74,829 miles

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

front number plate damaged

rear brake balance poor

Pass 16 Feb 2006 71,534 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 71,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.D3)

BOTH FRONT ANTIROLL BAR MOUNT BUSHES PERISHING

FRONT EXHAUST SECTION CORRODING

O/S/F OUTER CV BOOT PERISHING SLIGHTLY

O/S/R STEEL BRAKE PIPE CORRODING

SIGN OF FLUID ON N/S STEERING RACK BOOT

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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J497 MBC 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 71.4%.

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 J497 MBC, 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 J497 MBC registered?

J497 MBC is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 October 1991.

Is J497 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J497 MBC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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