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L261 SBK

1994 Renault 21

White Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,753 mi
Last recorded141,753 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2007
Typical for 1994 Renault 21130,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL261 SBK
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2007 141,753 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2007 141,752 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Battery warning lamp on at time of test.

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

Nearside door mirror insecure.

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2006 134,414 miles

How Reliable is the Renault 21?

Based on 5,094 MOT tests across 1,340 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
6,091
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 575
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 535
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 464
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 264
Headlamp aim too low 239
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L261 SBK is a 1994 Renault 21 in White with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 130,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 21 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L261 SBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 32 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L261 SBK registered?

L261 SBK is a 1994 Renault 21, first registered on 18 March 1994.

Is L261 SBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L261 SBK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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