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P166 VHR

1997 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,657 mi
Last recorded63,657 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 VHR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 May 2009 63,657 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 59,703 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 55,998 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 53,871 miles

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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P166 VHR is a 1997 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P166 VHR, 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 P166 VHR registered?

P166 VHR is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P166 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 VHR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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