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P185 ONC

1997 Renault Clio

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,293 mi
Last recorded93,293 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Clio71,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP185 ONC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2008 93,293 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 87,632 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 87,455 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 80,688 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 80,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

spare tyre defective

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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P185 ONC is a 1997 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P185 ONC, 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

How do I check the history of P185 ONC?

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What year was P185 ONC registered?

P185 ONC is a 1997 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P185 ONC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P185 ONC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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