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P117 RNG

1997 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,520 mi
Last recorded87,520 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 RNG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 87,520 miles

Drivers side rear tyre has slight damage to side wall.

Fail 2 Jun 2008 87,515 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Drivers side rear tyre has slight damage to side wall.

Pass 30 Apr 2007 75,992 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 75,992 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 72,263 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 72,263 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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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P117 RNG is a 1997 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P117 RNG, 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

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What year was P117 RNG registered?

P117 RNG is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P117 RNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 RNG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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