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P126 NEG

1997 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

103,422 mi
Last recorded103,422 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 NEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2008 103,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 97,701 miles

Condition of inner faces of front brake discs deteriorating.

Exhaust system heavily corroded in places, may start to blow in the next few months.

Fail 15 Oct 2007 97,701 miles

Condition of inner faces of front brake discs deteriorating.

Exhaust system heavily corroded in places, may start to blow in the next few months.

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 93,110 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 93,110 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear silencer corroded, may blow in a few months time.

Pass 11 Oct 2005 81,544 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 81,544 miles

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

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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P126 NEG is a 1997 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P126 NEG, 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 P126 NEG?

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What year was P126 NEG registered?

P126 NEG is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P126 NEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 NEG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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