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R197 OAN

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,247 mi
Last recorded49,247 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 OAN
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 49,247 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 49,244 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 46,941 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 46,941 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 45,045 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 42,937 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 40,669 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 40,669 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2010 39,700 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 39,700 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 37,989 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 35,869 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 34,392 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 34,388 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2006 31,297 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 31,297 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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R197 OAN is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R197 OAN, 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 R197 OAN registered?

R197 OAN is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R197 OAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 OAN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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