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R243 OPR

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,427 mi
Last recorded118,427 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 OPR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 118,427 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 118,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 112,399 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 105,748 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 97,782 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 91,245 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 88,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 88,053 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 85,047 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

rear number plate is deteriorating

Pass 20 Jun 2009 85,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear number plate is deteriorating

Pass 25 Jun 2008 79,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 74,718 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 70,825 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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R243 OPR is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R243 OPR, 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 R243 OPR registered?

R243 OPR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R243 OPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 OPR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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