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K197 RLY

1993 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,108 mi
Last recorded43,108 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1993 Renault Clio83,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 RLY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 43,108 miles

o/s/r tyre has nail in tread

slight play in o/s/f suspension upper mount

Fail 18 Sep 2009 43,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

o/s/r tyre has nail in tread

slight play in o/s/f suspension upper mount

Fail 24 Jul 2008 37,575 miles

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

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

baffles loose in rear exhaust box

o/s/r tyre has nail in outer edge of tread

Pass 24 Jul 2008 37,575 miles

baffles loose in rear exhaust box

o/s/r tyre has nail in outer edge of tread

Pass 19 Jul 2007 34,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine leaking oil

o/s/f tyre has nail in tread

Fail 19 Jul 2007 34,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

engine leaking oil

o/s/f tyre has nail in tread

Fail 13 Jul 2006 31,015 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 31,015 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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K197 RLY is a 1993 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 83,558 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 K197 RLY, 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 33 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K197 RLY registered?

K197 RLY is a 1993 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1993.

Is K197 RLY safe to buy?

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