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R122 RDY

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

147,436 mi
Last recorded147,436 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 RDY
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 147,436 miles

both wipers have small splits on ends

Fail 13 Jun 2012 147,228 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

both wipers have small splits on ends

Pass 14 Jul 2011 139,779 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 114,705 miles

n/s/f brake pads getting down

o/s/f tyre slight 3/4 wear

Fail 8 Jun 2010 114,705 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f brake pads getting down

o/s/f tyre slight 3/4 wear

Pass 3 Jul 2009 96,224 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 96,179 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front antiroll bar bush's starting to break up.

tempary repair to rear exhaust box hanger.

Pass 9 Jun 2008 73,279 miles

slight roughness in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 14 Jun 2007 67,183 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 67,120 miles

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

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 61,234 miles

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

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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R122 RDY is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R122 RDY, 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 R122 RDY registered?

R122 RDY is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 July 1998.

Is R122 RDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R122 RDY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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