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J753 FGU

1991 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,323 mi
Last recorded106,323 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ753 FGU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 106,323 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 106,323 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 106,286 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Crankshaft rear oil seal or sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 106,271 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 106,271 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s=50 o/s=110 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 105,915 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 105,182 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2017 105,182 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 104,381 miles

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

oil leaks

Pass 14 Sep 2015 103,372 miles

oil leaks

Pass 9 Sep 2014 102,353 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 102,353 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2013 101,319 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2012 99,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2012 99,912 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2011 98,744 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 98,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre slightly worn on inner wall

Pass 6 Sep 2010 97,446 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 97,446 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 96,112 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 96,111 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 93,231 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 92,204 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 91,279 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J753 FGU is a 1991 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J753 FGU, 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 J753 FGU registered?

J753 FGU is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 September 1991.

Is J753 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J753 FGU shows 24 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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