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R123 GRO

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,823 mi
Last recorded38,823 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 GRO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,823 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 34,218 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 34,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 23 May 2013 32,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2013 32,796 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 31,554 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2012 31,554 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 30,717 miles

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

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 25 May 2010 29,064 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 27,314 miles

front brake pads appear low

Pass 28 May 2008 24,942 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 22,813 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 20,625 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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R123 GRO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R123 GRO, 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 R123 GRO registered?

R123 GRO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R123 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 GRO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R123 GRO have outstanding finance?

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