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R234 SJR

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

38,554 mi
Last recorded38,554 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 SJR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 38,554 miles

Both inner and outer sills are corroded at rear

Pass 4 May 2017 32,336 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 May 2017 32,334 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 28,491 miles

Offside Front inner door handle insecure

n/s/f inside door handle insecure

Fail 7 May 2016 28,491 miles

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

Offside Front inner door handle insecure

n/s/f inside door handle insecure

Pass 3 Jun 2015 26,187 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 24,433 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 23,553 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 22,630 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 22,630 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 21,669 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 21,669 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 20,631 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 19,477 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 17,960 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 16,569 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2007 16,569 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 14,942 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2006 14,942 miles

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

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

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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R234 SJR is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R234 SJR, 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 R234 SJR registered?

R234 SJR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R234 SJR safe to buy?

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