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R161 KGD

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,019 mi
Last recorded77,019 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 KGD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 77,019 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 May 2013 77,019 miles

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

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

###STRONG ADVISE#### offside rear hub assembly area signs of dampness/fluid leak

Pass 15 May 2012 75,984 miles

Oil leak

wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 May 2011 74,930 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 72,177 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2009 69,246 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2009 69,244 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 65,915 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 62,642 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 59,596 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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R161 KGD is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R161 KGD, 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 R161 KGD registered?

R161 KGD is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 June 1998.

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