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P154 UVK

1997 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

90,709 mi
Last recorded90,709 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 UVK
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2010 90,709 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 90,709 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 89,295 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 87,917 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 87,917 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 30 Jan 2007 85,841 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 85,841 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 83,263 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 83,263 miles

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

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

both front shockers starting to leak fluid. (non excessive)

nail in tyre, offside rear

oil leak

spare tyre defective

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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P154 UVK is a 1997 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 P154 UVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P154 UVK?

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What year was P154 UVK registered?

P154 UVK is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P154 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P154 UVK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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