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S778 VKJ

1971 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,326 mi
Last recorded134,326 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2009
Typical for 1971 Renault Clio76,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS778 VKJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2009 134,326 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 124,468 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 114,746 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 103,343 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 103,342 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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S778 VKJ is a 1971 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 76,320 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 S778 VKJ, 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 55 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S778 VKJ?

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What year was S778 VKJ registered?

S778 VKJ is a 1971 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is S778 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S778 VKJ 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.

Does S778 VKJ have outstanding finance?

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