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R131 JPF

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,619 mi
Last recorded95,619 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 JPF
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 95,619 miles

both front flexi-brake hoses very slight perishing

Fail 5 Aug 2014 95,619 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front flexi-brake hoses very slight perishing

front exhaust rubber deteriorated but system still supported

Pass 1 Aug 2013 94,223 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 91,742 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 91,742 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 88,571 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 86,523 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 86,523 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 81,457 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 76,459 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 69,805 miles

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 7 Aug 2006 63,061 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 56,708 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2005 56,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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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R131 JPF is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R131 JPF, 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 R131 JPF registered?

R131 JPF is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R131 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R131 JPF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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