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P144 RTM

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,869 mi
Last recorded80,869 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP144 RTM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2007 80,869 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 80,867 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 64,159 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 61,330 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 61,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front coil springs corroded

nsf shock absorber damp with fluid

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 RTM is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RTM, 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 RTM registered?

P144 RTM is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P144 RTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P144 RTM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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