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A17 TDR

1997 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,587 mi
Last recorded76,587 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 TDR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 76,587 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 May 2014 74,199 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 71,556 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 8 May 2012 69,139 miles

air bag light on

Fail 8 May 2012 69,134 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

air bag light on

front brake discs corroded

Pass 3 May 2011 66,701 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 62,516 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 57,104 miles

AIR BAG LIGHT STAYING ON /OFFSIDE INNER WING PANEL FOWLING CEANKSHAFT PULLY

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 May 2009 57,099 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

AIR BAG LIGHT STAYING ON /OFFSIDE INNER WING PANEL FOWLING CEANKSHAFT PULLY

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2008 51,613 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 May 2007 46,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 May 2006 40,239 miles

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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A17 TDR is a 1997 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 71,067 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 A17 TDR, 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 29 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A17 TDR registered?

A17 TDR is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is A17 TDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 TDR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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