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R130 NGO

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

53,885 mi
Last recorded53,885 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 NGO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,885 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 53,884 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 52,717 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 52,717 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 50,350 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 50,350 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 48,760 miles

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

Offside front & nearside rear tyres have slightly perished outer side walls

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 47,160 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 54,327 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2011 54,327 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 43,830 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2010 43,824 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,409 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2009 42,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 41,363 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 40,441 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 39,203 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 39,203 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2005 37,731 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on outer edge

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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R130 NGO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 R130 NGO, 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 R130 NGO registered?

R130 NGO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 26 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R130 NGO shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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