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R220 MDG

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,168 mi
Last recorded48,168 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR220 MDG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2012 48,168 miles

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

rear exhaust mounts deteriorated

Pass 19 Jul 2011 46,430 miles

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

front no plate slightly deterioated

rear exhaust has slight blow

rear exhaust mount deterioated

Pass 16 Jul 2010 40,375 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 35,640 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 32,381 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 32,381 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,991 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 28,991 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 25,748 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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R220 MDG is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R220 MDG, 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 R220 MDG registered?

R220 MDG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R220 MDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R220 MDG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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