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R153 WMJ

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,031 mi
Last recorded85,031 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 WMJ
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2012 85,031 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight corrosion/pitting to both front brake discs

Fail 13 Sep 2012 85,031 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight corrosion/pitting to both front brake discs

Pass 30 Dec 2010 52,273 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 52,273 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 45,623 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 45,623 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 35,913 miles

front tyres perishing

Fail 15 Dec 2008 35,911 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake pads worn thin/on limit, advsie replacement

front tyres perishing

Pass 5 Jan 2008 26,462 miles

advise on wear and corrosion to both front inner wear sufaces of brake discs

Pass 13 Jan 2007 16,246 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 10,159 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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R153 WMJ is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R153 WMJ, 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 R153 WMJ registered?

R153 WMJ is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R153 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R153 WMJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R153 WMJ have outstanding finance?

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