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P158 DFT

1997 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,852 mi
Last recorded91,852 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP158 DFT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2007 91,852 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 91,850 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 82,981 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 78,034 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front bumper slightly damaged

Pass 31 Jan 2006 78,034 miles

front bumper slightly damaged

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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P158 DFT is a 1997 Renault Clio in Black 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 P158 DFT, 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 P158 DFT?

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What year was P158 DFT registered?

P158 DFT is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P158 DFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P158 DFT 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.

Does P158 DFT have outstanding finance?

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