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JFZ 9748

1997 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,642 mi
Last recorded91,642 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFZ 9748
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 91,642 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 81,971 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 81,909 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 72,335 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 72,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 66,179 miles

Advanced corrosion to chassis on offside rear chassis leg at rear axle mounting.

Front indicators faded to white to the limit.

Headlamps pattern is weak.

Lower engine stabilizer rear bush coming apart.

Offside rear brake performance lower than nearside.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 65,488 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 63,756 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 61,879 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 59,828 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 57,905 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 55,974 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 53,878 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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JFZ 9748 is a 1997 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JFZ 9748, 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 JFZ 9748 registered?

JFZ 9748 is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is JFZ 9748 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFZ 9748 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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