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J9 MTD

1997 Renault Laguna

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,562 mi
Last recorded107,562 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Renault Laguna111,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 MTD
MakeRenault
ModelLaguna
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 107,562 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off damaged (0.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 105,605 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 105,582 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 102,343 miles

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 99,020 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 93,832 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust rubber missing

front brake discs worn / corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 25 Jun 2015 93,832 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust rubber missing

front brake discs worn / corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,671 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 83,315 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 79,566 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 75,329 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 75,329 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 72,475 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 68,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 64,577 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 61,296 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 61,296 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 58,877 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Laguna?

Based on 2,783,232 MOT tests across 305,477 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,170
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
305,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 187,578
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 169,011
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 113,854
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101,973
position lamp(s) not working 80,232
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J9 MTD is a 1997 Renault Laguna in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Renault Laguna models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 111,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Laguna fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 187,578 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J9 MTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Laguna typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Renault Laguna is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J9 MTD registered?

J9 MTD is a 1997 Renault Laguna, first registered on 31 January 1997.

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