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P126 UNK

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,267 mi
Last recorded38,267 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 UNK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2010 38,267 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front discs pitted

front number plate req att

near side front tyre getting low

near side tyres slightly perished

slight under body corrosion

Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,267 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front discs pitted

front number plate req att

near side front tyre getting low

near side tyres slightly perished

slight under body corrosion

Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,803 miles

4 hub caps fitted

o/s front disc req att soon

Pass 8 Aug 2008 37,277 miles

4 hub caps fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2007 36,276 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 36,276 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 35,558 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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P126 UNK is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UNK, 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 P126 UNK registered?

P126 UNK is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P126 UNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 UNK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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