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P144 NEG

1997 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,202 mi
Last recorded48,202 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP144 NEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 48,202 miles

slight corrosion to both rear wheel arches

slight oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2016 48,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight corrosion to both rear wheel arches

slight oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 39,301 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 35,590 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 31,059 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 31,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 26,707 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 26,618 miles

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

Slight play in steering

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 21,920 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,077 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 19,077 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2009 15,741 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,491 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 13,483 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 12,616 miles

nearside front tyre worn close to limit on outter edge

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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P144 NEG is a 1997 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P144 NEG, 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 P144 NEG registered?

P144 NEG is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is P144 NEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P144 NEG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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