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P112 PRP

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

143,722 mi
Last recorded143,722 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP112 PRP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2012 143,722 miles

front brake discs worn and corroding

front brake pads worn low

inner and outer sills corroding

Pass 20 Apr 2011 131,528 miles

nearside front brake slightly binding

outer sills corroding

rear wheel arches corroding

Pass 28 Apr 2010 120,599 miles

nearside outer sill corroding

nearside rear wheel arch corroding

Fail 27 Apr 2010 120,596 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

nearside outer sill corroding

nearside rear wheel arch corroding

Pass 29 Apr 2009 111,324 miles

both front indicators discolouring

nearside front indicator lens condensating

Fail 28 Apr 2009 111,301 miles

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

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

both front indicators discolouring

nearside front indicator lens condensating

Fail 28 Apr 2008 101,689 miles

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

nearside sill and arch corroding

Pass 28 Apr 2008 101,689 miles

nearside sill and arch corroding

Pass 27 Apr 2007 91,557 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION LEGS DAMP

Fail 24 Apr 2007 91,505 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

FRONT SUSPENSION LEGS DAMP

Pass 27 Apr 2006 79,237 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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P112 PRP is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PRP, 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.

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What year was P112 PRP registered?

P112 PRP is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P112 PRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P112 PRP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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