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J977 OVC

1991 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

61,809 mi
Last recorded61,809 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ977 OVC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 61,809 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 61,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 42,985 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 41,339 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2011 41,339 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2010 40,011 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 40,010 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 38,024 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 38,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 35,609 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 35,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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J977 OVC is a 1991 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 J977 OVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J977 OVC registered?

J977 OVC is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 September 1991.

Is J977 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J977 OVC shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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