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P173 FRB

1997 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,759 mi
Last recorded64,759 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 FRB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2013 64,759 miles

Front Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

o/s rear tyre outer wall perished.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 62,788 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

electrical wiring damaged.testable item from april 2012

o/s wiper blade split at end but still clearing the screen

Pass 6 Apr 2011 61,549 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

engine cooling fan inoperative

front brake discs slightly pitted

nearside rear tyre starting to distort

offside rear tyre starting to crack and perish (no cords visible)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 60,860 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 56,012 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 47,851 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 44,173 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 40,336 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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P173 FRB is a 1997 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P173 FRB, 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 P173 FRB registered?

P173 FRB is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P173 FRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 FRB shows 8 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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