MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
105,061 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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(2.4C.1a)The nearside front suspension spring is fractured at the lower spring seat location
(1.8A.2)The offside headlamp beam pattern image break point is slightly affected
(1.9.2a)The electrical wiring at the tailgate roof panel area is insecurely mounted
(1.9.2a)The electrical wiring from/too the lambda sensor is insecurely mounted
(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes indicate they are ready for service (24:18%)
(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 53/25 (2.12mm)
(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps/trim fitted
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
(1.9.2a)The electrical wiring at the tailgate roof panel area is insecurely mounted
(1.9.2a)The electrical wiring from/too the lambda sensor is insecurely mounted
(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism observed at the steering wheel has free play/wear present approximately 13mm,which indicates that the system requires service
(2.4C.1a)The nearside front suspension spring is fractured at the lower spring seat location
(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their application/reducing modes indicate they are ready for service (24:18%)
(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 53/25 (2.12mm)
(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps/trim fitted
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
(1.1A.3a)The offside front position lamp bulb holder has had a temporary repair carried out to secure it within the headlamp unit,it appears that a replacement bulb holder is required.
(1.4A.2f)The offside front indicator colour is deteriorating,it appears that the bulb will soon be ready for renewal.
(1.9.2a)The lambda sensor wiring harness is not correctly supported and is considered to be insecure likely to obstruct the drive shaft operation.
(1.9.2a)The wiring harness from the rear roof panel to the loading door is insecure and visually advises that it is likely to cause damage if left unattended in that condition.
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod ball joint is slightly worn
(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint is slightly worn
(2.4C.1a)The nearside front suspension spring is incomplete.The suspension leg appears to have been recently changed.
(2.7.3)The nearside front suspension damper has a slight seepage of fluid present
(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims/centre caps fitted
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection
if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the necessary repairs carried out.
(1.1A.3a)The offside front position lamp bulb holder has had a temporary repair carried out to secure it within the headlamp unit,it appears that a replacement bulb holder is required.
(1.4A.2f)The offside front indicator colour is deteriorating,it appears that the bulb will soon be ready for renewal.
(1.9.2a)The lambda sensor wiring harness is not correctly supported and is considered to be insecure likely to obstruct the drive shaft operation.
(1.9.2a)The wiring harness from the rear roof panel to the loading door is insecure and visually advises that it is likely to cause damage if left unattended in that condition.
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod ball joint is slightly worn
(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint is slightly worn
(2.4C.1a)The nearside front suspension spring is incomplete.The suspension leg appears to have been recently changed.
(2.7.3)The nearside front suspension damper has a slight seepage of fluid present
(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims/centre caps fitted
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection
if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the necessary repairs carried out.
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS
(1.4A.2d)The offside fornt indicator colour is deteriorating
(1.7.4c)The Main Beam Tell Tail lamp does not illuminate as intended.
(1.9.2a)The lambda sensor wiring is not adequately secured as intended
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering rack track rod end is slightly worn
(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering rack track rod end is slightly worn
(3.1.6b)The park brake lever working travel is operating close to the end of it's travel
(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER
SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection
if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the necessary repairs carried out without delay.
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
engine missfiring
gearbox rear stabilizing bar perished
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
How Reliable is the Renault Clio?
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P159 SKH is a 1997 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 P159 SKH, 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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P159 SKH is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 9 January 1997.
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