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R139 VYD

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,096 mi
Last recorded41,096 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 VYD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 41,096 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)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 41,096 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers (8.2.2)

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 8 Dec 2014 27,575 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 27,575 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 18,185 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 18,002 miles

all tyres minor perishing

Pass 12 Jan 2012 17,809 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 17,809 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres perished

nearside front inner cv boot minor leak

Pass 12 Jan 2011 17,628 miles

both rear tyres slightly deteriorating

centre exhaust box has loose internals

nearside front steering rack boot slightly twisted

Pass 14 Jan 2010 17,312 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly deteriorating

centre exaust box has loose internals

general oil leaks

nearside front steering rack boot slightly deteriorating

Pass 8 Jan 2009 17,094 miles

both rear tyres side wall cracking

Fail 8 Jan 2009 17,094 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

both rear tyres side wall cracking

Pass 3 Jan 2008 16,732 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nearside and offside rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 5 Jan 2007 16,254 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres cracking

Pass 3 Jan 2006 15,537 miles

offside front and offside rear tyres cracking up on outer sidewall not yet showing any cords

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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R139 VYD is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R139 VYD, 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 R139 VYD registered?

R139 VYD is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 January 1998.

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