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R147 NGO

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,498 mi
Last recorded38,498 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 NGO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 38,498 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 22,501 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 22,013 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 21,707 miles

Near side rear sill corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2017 21,427 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 21,124 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 20,807 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 20,320 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 20,320 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 19,867 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 19,318 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,671 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,903 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 17,125 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 15,781 miles

n/s/f tyre tread low outer edge

Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,766 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 14,752 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,771 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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R147 NGO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R147 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 R147 NGO registered?

R147 NGO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R147 NGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 NGO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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