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P131 TGK

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,332 mi
Last recorded56,332 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 TGK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 56,332 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 56,332 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 54,588 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 52,018 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 49,307 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 46,805 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 43,640 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 41,081 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 39,609 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,552 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 39,118 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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P131 TGK 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 90.9%.

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 P131 TGK, 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 P131 TGK?

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What year was P131 TGK registered?

P131 TGK is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P131 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 TGK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P131 TGK have outstanding finance?

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