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JTU 154N

1975 Renault 12

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,011 mi
Last recorded23,011 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1975 Renault 1260,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTU 154N
MakeRenault
Model12
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 23,011 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 22,096 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 16,190 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 14,947 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 13,137 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 10,727 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 8,255 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 5,995 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 2,827 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 513 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 86,477 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2012 84,108 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2011 80,426 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2010 77,910 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 77,875 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 73,701 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Aug 2009 73,635 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2008 70,399 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2007 67,086 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2006 62,633 miles

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

How Reliable is the Renault 12?

Based on 727 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
711
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 39
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 14
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JTU 154N is a 1975 Renault 12 in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1975 Renault 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 60,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 12 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JTU 154N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this Renault 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JTU 154N registered?

JTU 154N is a 1975 Renault 12, first registered on 23 April 1975.

Is JTU 154N safe to buy?

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