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J861 UPB

1991 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,847 mi
Last recorded64,847 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ861 UPB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2010 64,847 miles

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Fail 31 Mar 2010 64,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres perishing in tread

Pass 14 Apr 2008 64,814 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 64,663 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2007 64,559 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 63,966 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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J861 UPB is a 1991 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J861 UPB, 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 J861 UPB registered?

J861 UPB is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J861 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J861 UPB 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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