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R114 EVW

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,127 mi
Last recorded83,127 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 EVW
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 83,127 miles

Corrosion of both front outer sill panels

Exhaust deteriorating

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 83,111 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Corrosion of both front outer sill panels

Exhaust deteriorating

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 82,579 miles

Front outer sill panels corroding

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)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 80,757 miles

Both front shock absorbers slight leak

Slight play in o/s steering rack side rod

Pass 9 Feb 2011 78,050 miles

Both front shock absorbers damp

Play in steering

Fail 8 Feb 2011 78,050 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front shock absorbers damp

Play in steering

Pass 21 Jan 2010 74,539 miles

Corroison o/s/f brake pipe

Pass 17 Feb 2009 70,339 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front tyres worn low

Pass 19 Feb 2008 68,188 miles

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

Imbalance at rear brakes, n/s lower on effort

Slight play in o/s of steering rack

Pass 22 Jan 2007 63,861 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 58,457 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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R114 EVW is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R114 EVW, 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 R114 EVW registered?

R114 EVW is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R114 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R114 EVW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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