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K198 OHC

1993 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,163 mi
Last recorded64,163 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1993 Renault Clio83,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK198 OHC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 64,163 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

misting of fluid at power steering rack and pipes

Pass 5 Sep 2014 63,973 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhust system in poor condition.

Oil leak

Rear wiper blade split.

Pass 5 Sep 2013 60,838 miles

Oil leak

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

body damage

slight damage to front subframe

Fail 27 Aug 2013 60,808 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

body damage

slight damage to front subframe

Pass 22 Mar 2007 60,683 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 59,716 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 59,716 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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K198 OHC is a 1993 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 K198 OHC, 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 K198 OHC registered?

K198 OHC is a 1993 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 March 1993.

Is K198 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K198 OHC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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