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P183 DPA

1997 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

644,741 mi
Last recorded644,741 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP183 DPA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2009 644,741 miles

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

offside rear indicator lens broken

Fail 28 Jul 2009 64,471 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

offside rear indicator lens broken

slight bind nearside rear wheel

Pass 29 Jul 2008 94,445 miles

both front brake discs corroded

offside front & spare tyre on 2mm

offside rear light lens cracked

Fail 29 Jul 2008 64,445 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front brake discs corroded

offside front & spare tyre on 2mm

offside rear light lens cracked

Pass 24 Jan 2007 63,908 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 63,908 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake wear indicator wires broken

various oil leaks

Pass 3 Feb 2006 60,203 miles

air bag light on

nearside front pad wear indicator wire broken

offside rear light lens broken

slight noise offside front wheel bearing

Fail 3 Feb 2006 60,203 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

air bag light on

nearside front pad wear indicator wire broken

offside rear light lens broken

slight noise offside front wheel bearing

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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P183 DPA is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P183 DPA, 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 P183 DPA registered?

P183 DPA is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P183 DPA safe to buy?

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