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P135 TGK

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,073 mi
Last recorded108,073 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 TGK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 108,073 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 108,073 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 102,961 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 99,598 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 95,761 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 91,188 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 86,650 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 82,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 77,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Nov 2007 72,976 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 72,976 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 66,538 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 61,544 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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P135 TGK is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P135 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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What year was P135 TGK registered?

P135 TGK is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P135 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 TGK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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