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J980 BCH

1991 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,235 mi
Last recorded44,235 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2009
Typical for 1991 Renault Clio83,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ980 BCH
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2009 44,235 miles

coil springs corroded , n/s/f tyre cracking badly in tread/perrishing on side walls , rear shock absorbers badly corroded , rear axel mounting bushes cracking/unbonding

slight smear from wipers , exhaust system corroded , front brake discs corroded/worn , oil leaks , corrosion to vehicle under body , surface corrosion to brake pipes , o/s/f tyre badly cracked in tread

Fail 13 Mar 2009 44,213 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

coil springs corroded , n/s/f tyre cracking badly in tread/perrishing on side walls , rear shock absorbers badly corroded , rear axel mounting bushes cracking/unbonding

slight smear from wipers , exhaust system corroded , front brake discs corroded/worn , oil leaks , corrosion to vehicle under body , surface corrosion to brake pipes , o/s/f tyre badly cracked in tread

Pass 11 Mar 2008 43,338 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 43,338 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 42,507 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 42,507 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 41,568 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 41,568 miles

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

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

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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J980 BCH is a 1991 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J980 BCH, 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 J980 BCH registered?

J980 BCH is a 1991 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is J980 BCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J980 BCH shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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