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J720 DGN

1991 Renault R21

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,910 mi
Last recorded131,910 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2008
Typical for 1991 Renault R2196,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ720 DGN
MakeRenault
ModelR21
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2008 131,910 miles

Both front tyres wearing unevenly

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 Apr 2008 131,910 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Outer Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front tyres wearing unevenly

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 128,319 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Wheel nuts not checked

Pass 2 Mar 2007 127,844 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Wheel nuts not checked

Fail 27 Feb 2007 127,823 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Wheel nuts not checked

Pass 18 Feb 2006 123,327 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R21?

Based on 8,692 MOT tests across 2,304 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
2,178
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 530
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 371
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 370
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J720 DGN is a 1991 Renault R21 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Renault R21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 96,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 809 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J720 DGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Renault R21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J720 DGN?

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What year was J720 DGN registered?

J720 DGN is a 1991 Renault R21, first registered on 5 November 1991.

Is J720 DGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J720 DGN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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