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R223 FGD

1998 Renault Clio

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

68,644 mi
Last recorded68,644 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 FGD
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 68,644 miles

F/O/S inner sioll corroded and holed outwith prescribed area

Fail 26 Mar 2015 68,644 miles

F/O/S inner sioll corroded and holed outwith prescribed area

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 58,225 miles

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

both front innerwings holed but outwith area

Fail 13 Mar 2014 52,825 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

both front innerwings holed but outwith area

Pass 20 Mar 2013 44,576 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front sills corroded outwith prescribed areas

unable to see some brake pipes , covered in underseal

Fail 20 Mar 2013 44,576 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

front sills corroded outwith prescribed areas

unable to see some brake pipes , covered in underseal

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,853 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 43,117 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 42,299 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 42,299 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2009 41,464 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 41,464 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 40,514 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 38,949 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 38,949 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 37,986 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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R223 FGD is a 1998 Renault Clio in Green 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 R223 FGD, 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 R223 FGD registered?

R223 FGD is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 31 January 1998.

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