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P126 SBX

1997 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,534 mi
Last recorded91,534 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 SBX
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2007 91,534 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 75,645 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 75,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear wiper blade deteriorated.

stone chips on windscreen.

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 SBX is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 P126 SBX, 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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How do I check the history of P126 SBX?

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What year was P126 SBX registered?

P126 SBX is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P126 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 SBX shows 3 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.

Does P126 SBX have outstanding finance?

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