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GUI 8527

1997 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,595 mi
Last recorded67,595 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUI 8527
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2009 67,595 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2009 67,595 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2008 59,731 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 59,731 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 55,350 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 55,341 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 52,718 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2006 52,718 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2005 49,865 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 49,865 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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GUI 8527 is a 1997 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GUI 8527, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GUI 8527 registered?

GUI 8527 is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is GUI 8527 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUI 8527 shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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