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R224 EHB

1998 Renault Clio

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,539 mi
Last recorded87,539 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR224 EHB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 87,539 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 87,539 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 72,608 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 72,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 68,751 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 68,751 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 66,422 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 65,069 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 64,594 miles

Battery insecure

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 15 Aug 2007 64,594 miles

Battery insecure

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 17 Aug 2006 63,335 miles

rear ex / mounting breaking up

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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R224 EHB is a 1998 Renault Clio in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R224 EHB, 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 R224 EHB registered?

R224 EHB is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R224 EHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R224 EHB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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