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P112 DFT

1997 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,143 mi
Last recorded101,143 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP112 DFT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2008 101,143 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 95,046 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 89,090 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 89,090 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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P112 DFT is a 1997 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P112 DFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P112 DFT?

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What year was P112 DFT registered?

P112 DFT is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P112 DFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P112 DFT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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