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J769 SPF

1992 Renault 21

Grey Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,024 mi
Last recorded98,024 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2008
Typical for 1992 Renault 21118,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ769 SPF
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2008 98,024 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

cooling fan not working temp gauge not working

Fail 28 Feb 2008 98,024 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 92,957 miles

Battery insecure

Front wiper blades poor.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2007 92,957 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Front wiper blades slightly deteriorated.

N/S/F outer sill front section slight corrosion.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2006 88,798 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2006 88,794 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Renault 21?

Based on 5,094 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
6,091
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 575
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 535
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 464
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 264
Headlamp aim too low 239
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J769 SPF is a 1992 Renault 21 in Grey with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.4% with a typical mileage of 118,693 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault 21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J769 SPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 34 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J769 SPF registered?

J769 SPF is a 1992 Renault 21, first registered on 14 April 1992.

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