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P137 FPL

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,920 mi
Last recorded42,920 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP137 FPL
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 42,920 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 41,892 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 38,507 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 38,507 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,840 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 37,000 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 36,367 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 36,367 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 35,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front number plate slightly cracked

Pass 11 May 2009 34,063 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 34,058 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 33,430 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 32,874 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 31,522 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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P137 FPL is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P137 FPL, 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 P137 FPL registered?

P137 FPL is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P137 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P137 FPL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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