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R251 GKP

1998 Renault Clio

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,136 mi
Last recorded18,136 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 GKP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 18,136 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 18,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 218 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 218 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 218 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 218 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

165 70 13 79 t

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disk pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 18,135 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 dot code 98 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 18,135 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 dot code 98 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 18,108 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 17,818 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction does not illuminate (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords slight damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 17,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 16,673 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 16,226 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 15,640 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 15,288 miles

n/s wiper split

o/s wiper split

Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,828 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 14,110 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 14,110 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 13,292 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 12,636 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,892 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 11,161 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 10,472 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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R251 GKP is a 1998 Renault Clio in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R251 GKP, 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 R251 GKP registered?

R251 GKP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R251 GKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 GKP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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