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K407 GTW

1993 Renault R21

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,104 mi
Last recorded108,104 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 1993 Renault R2197,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK407 GTW
MakeRenault
ModelR21
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 108,104 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 106,979 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 104,398 miles

REAR BRAKE IMBALANCE

Fail 14 Feb 2012 104,398 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

REAR BRAKE IMBALANCE

Pass 9 Feb 2011 101,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

n/s/front floor slightly corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2010 98,143 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 98,142 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 95,287 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 92,238 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 92,228 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 88,538 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 88,536 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 85,514 miles

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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K407 GTW is a 1993 Renault R21 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Renault R21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.4% with a typical mileage of 97,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K407 GTW, 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 33 years old, this Renault R21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K407 GTW registered?

K407 GTW is a 1993 Renault R21, first registered on 15 March 1993.

Is K407 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K407 GTW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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