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K283 XVM

1993 Renault 21

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,791 mi
Last recorded140,791 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2006
Typical for 1993 Renault 21113,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK283 XVM
MakeRenault
Model21
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2006 140,791 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 140,373 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Some corrosion in both front chassis rails

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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K283 XVM is a 1993 Renault 21 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Renault 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.3% with a typical mileage of 113,216 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K283 XVM, 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 33 years old, this Renault 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K283 XVM registered?

K283 XVM is a 1993 Renault 21, first registered on 26 February 1993.

Is K283 XVM safe to buy?

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