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L170 WCV

1994 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,077 mi
Last recorded98,077 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
Typical for 1994 Renault Clio82,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL170 WCV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2007 98,077 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 97,539 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

spare tyre flat and worn below 1,6mm

steel wheel fitted n/s/rear

Pass 21 Apr 2006 88,152 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2006 88,152 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2006 88,059 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2005 77,568 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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L170 WCV is a 1994 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 82,199 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 L170 WCV, 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 32 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L170 WCV registered?

L170 WCV is a 1994 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L170 WCV safe to buy?

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