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L778 HFA

1993 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,776 mi
Last recorded24,776 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2011
Typical for 1993 Renault Clio83,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL778 HFA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2011 24,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

subframe corroded but not weakened

Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,519 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Jul 2009 24,220 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 24,220 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 23,810 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2008 23,810 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2007 23,251 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 23,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside and nearside brake binding on slightly

offside and nearside steering rack gaitors perrished

Pass 7 Jul 2006 22,642 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 22,640 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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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L778 HFA is a 1993 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L778 HFA, 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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L778 HFA is a 1993 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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