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R202 UGC

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

35,811 mi
Last recorded35,811 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 UGC
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 35,811 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 35,397 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2018 35,396 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 34,942 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 34,941 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 34,644 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,279 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 33,840 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 33,840 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 33,435 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,942 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 32,942 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,495 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 32,495 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 31,344 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 31,344 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EXHAUST REAR SILENCER CORRODED.

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING ON TREAD.

OFFSIDE FRONT INNER DOOR LATCH MISSING (DOOR CAN BE OPENED )

Fail 28 May 2009 30,467 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 30,467 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,276 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 29,276 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2007 28,931 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODING †REAR SILENCER SUPPORT MOUNT IS SPLITTING

Pass 4 Jun 2007 28,931 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODING †REAR SILENCER SUPPORT MOUNT IS SPLITTING

Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,757 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER SHOWS SIGNS OF LEAK

OFFSIDE WINDSCREEN WASHER NOT SPRAYING CORRECTLY

Fail 2 Jun 2006 28,757 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER SHOWS SIGNS OF LEAK

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

OFFSIDE WINDSCREEN WASHER NOT SPRAYING CORRECTLY

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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R202 UGC is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R202 UGC, 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 R202 UGC registered?

R202 UGC is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R202 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R202 UGC shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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