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P174 DRG

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,917 mi
Last recorded76,917 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 DRG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2008 76,917 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 76,912 miles

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 constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

advise osf door hinges worn

Pass 7 Nov 2007 73,430 miles

advise osf door hinges worn

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2007 73,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

advise osf door hinges worn

Pass 8 Nov 2006 69,860 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 69,859 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

osf door hinge worn. †rear wiper blade worn. †

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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P174 DRG is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P174 DRG, 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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P174 DRG is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1997.

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