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P162 KYC

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,880 mi
Last recorded69,880 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP162 KYC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 69,880 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 61,260 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 61,260 miles

Nearside Rear Emissions not tested excessive leaking exhaust (7.3.A.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 51,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 45,647 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,810 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,092 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 35,059 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 35,059 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 34,802 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 34,505 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 27 Dec 2007 34,295 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 34,295 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 33,553 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 33,085 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 33,085 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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P162 KYC is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P162 KYC, 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

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What year was P162 KYC registered?

P162 KYC is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P162 KYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P162 KYC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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