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R101 TEG

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,053 mi
Last recorded44,053 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 TEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 44,053 miles

screw in fuel tank no signs of leak but fuel level low

Fail 4 Jun 2019 44,053 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

screw in fuel tank no signs of leak but fuel level low

Pass 26 Apr 2018 40,630 miles

Front brake disc's corroding

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 40,614 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2016 38,539 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 36,793 miles

nearside front shock absorber weeping

Pass 19 Mar 2014 34,820 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

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

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,524 miles

both rear tyres cracking!

Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,642 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls perishing

offside mirror glass loose

unable to see brake pads clearly due to wheel trims fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2011 29,523 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 29,523 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 26,880 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 26,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,757 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 24,757 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 23,116 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 21,208 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 18,985 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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R101 TEG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 73,645 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 R101 TEG, 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 28 years old, this Renault Clio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R101 TEG registered?

R101 TEG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R101 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 TEG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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