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N197 PJU

1995 Renault 21

Silver Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

209,446 mi
Last recorded209,446 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2009
Typical for 1995 Renault 21124,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN197 PJU
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2009 209,446 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 198,588 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 198,581 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber - all missing when fitted as standard (2.7.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 186,050 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 181,156 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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N197 PJU is a 1995 Renault 21 in Silver with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 124,725 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 N197 PJU, 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 31 years old, this Renault 21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N197 PJU registered?

N197 PJU is a 1995 Renault 21, first registered on 27 October 1995.

Is N197 PJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N197 PJU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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