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R238 TEG

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,088 mi
Last recorded55,088 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 TEG
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 55,088 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2014 54,144 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2013 52,975 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 52,975 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 May 2012 50,218 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 47,972 miles

rear wiper torn

Fail 12 May 2011 47,972 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear wiper torn

Pass 11 May 2010 45,352 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

front washers partially blocked

nearside front tyre heavily perished and cracked

rear exhaust mounting slightly deteriorated

rear wiper split slightly

Pass 14 May 2009 43,095 miles

nearside front tyre cracking slightly at tread shoulders

Fail 14 May 2009 43,095 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre cracking slightly at tread shoulders

Pass 20 May 2008 40,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 37,894 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 35,740 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 35,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside 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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R238 TEG is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R238 TEG, 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 R238 TEG registered?

R238 TEG is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 May 1998.

Is R238 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 TEG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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