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J974 HMC

1991 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

27,510 mi
Last recorded27,510 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ974 HMC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 27,510 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 27,510 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 23,430 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 23,430 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,810 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 22,810 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 22,452 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 22,452 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 22,114 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 22,114 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 21,612 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 21,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 21,128 miles

nearside front flexible brake hose perishing

Pass 25 Oct 2006 20,667 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 20,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 20,029 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 19,996 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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J974 HMC is a 1991 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J974 HMC, 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 J974 HMC registered?

J974 HMC is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 November 1991.

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The MOT history for J974 HMC shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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