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R196 UFP

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

84,352 mi
Last recorded84,352 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 UFP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 84,352 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Offside headlamp lens is cracked.

Fail 2 Nov 2012 84,352 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside headlamp lens is cracked.

Pass 29 Nov 2011 84,352 miles

Offside front headlamp glass is cracked.

Offside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Fail 28 Nov 2011 84,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Pass 9 Nov 2010 83,299 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear tyre has small cracks to sidewalls,advise to change.

Nearside rear wheel bearing is noisy,advise to change.

Offside front headlamp glass is cracked,advise to change.

Fail 9 Nov 2010 83,299 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre has small cracks to sidewalls,advise to change.

Nearside rear wheel bearing is noisy,advise to change.

Offside front headlamp glass is cracked,advise to change.

Pass 17 Nov 2009 79,054 miles

Nearside rear tyre has small cracks to sidewalls,advise to change.

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Fail 16 Nov 2009 79,054 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside rear tyre has small cracks to sidewalls,advise to change.

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Fail 11 Nov 2008 75,315 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front headlamp glass is cracked,advise to change.

Pass 11 Nov 2008 75,315 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisy.

Offside front headlamp glass is cracked,advise to change.

Fail 22 Oct 2007 69,347 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisey.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

When front brake pads are changed,front brake discs will need replacement too.

Pass 22 Oct 2007 69,347 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisey.

When front brake pads are changed,front brake discs will need replacement too.

Pass 14 Oct 2006 61,343 miles

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

Nearside front tyre is wearing on inside edge.

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

Offside front tyre is wearing on inside edge.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R196 UFP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R196 UFP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R196 UFP registered?

R196 UFP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R196 UFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 UFP shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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