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L173 JBA

1994 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,689 mi
Last recorded69,689 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 Renault Clio82,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL173 JBA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 69,689 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 69,689 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 62,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 60,179 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 56,181 miles

(3.5.1f)the front brakes pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.5.1h)the front brakes discs faces are starting to wear and may soon require replacement.

(3.7A.5c)the rear service brakes rate of chnage is approximately 030Kgf indifference,recommend servicing

(7.2.2a)the nearside and offside rear shock absorbers upper casings shrouds are worn to excess

(8.2.2)the nearside and offside front wiper blades rubbers starting to split on the ends

Fail 12 Nov 2007 56,181 miles

(3.5.1f)the front brakes pads are worn close to the legal limit

(3.5.1h)the front brakes discs faces are starting to wear and may soon require replacement.

(3.7A.5c)the rear service brakes rate of chnage is approximately 030Kgf indifference,recommend servicing

(7.2.2a)the nearside and offside rear shock absorbers upper casings shrouds are worn to excess

(8.2.2)the nearside and offside front wiper blades rubbers starting to split on the ends

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 54,346 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 52,886 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 52,886 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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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L173 JBA is a 1994 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 82,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L173 JBA, 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 32 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L173 JBA is a 1994 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 May 1994.

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