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J998 HMB

1998 Renault R21

Red Petrol 1721cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,393 mi
Last recorded112,393 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ998 HMB
MakeRenault
ModelR21
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,721cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2005 112,393 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 112,393 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Outer Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

How Reliable is the Renault R21?

Based on 8,692 MOT tests across 2,304 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
2,178
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 809
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 530
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 371
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 370
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J998 HMB is a 1998 Renault R21 in Red with a 1,721cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Renault R21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 809 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J998 HMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Renault R21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J998 HMB registered?

J998 HMB is a 1998 Renault R21, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is J998 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J998 HMB shows 2 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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