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R211 GKO

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,287 mi
Last recorded79,287 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR211 GKO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 79,287 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 79,287 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 78,534 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 77,823 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 77,823 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 77,058 miles

NOTE; damage to o/s/r quater panel. NOTE; small ,crack to o/s door mirror.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,399 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Jun 2010 76,399 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 75,441 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 75,433 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 74,488 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 73,629 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 71,289 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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R211 GKO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R211 GKO, 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 R211 GKO registered?

R211 GKO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R211 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R211 GKO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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