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R255 UUT

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2022
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

78,395 mi
Last recorded78,395 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 UUT
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2022 78,395 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Gaiter perished and clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 76,853 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f sill corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2020 74,797 miles

n s f brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Jul 2019 73,304 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 73,304 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 71,487 miles

Nearside Steering rack boot perished

Fail 26 Jun 2018 71,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack boot perished

Pass 6 Jul 2017 69,713 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 68,736 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 68,736 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 66,512 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 66,512 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 66,512 miles

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

exhaust blowing slightly.

Pass 3 Jul 2014 64,381 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 62,488 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 62,488 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 59,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 52,598 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 49,848 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,517 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 39,555 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 35,140 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 31,331 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 31,331 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2005 27,563 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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R255 UUT is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 R255 UUT, 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 R255 UUT registered?

R255 UUT is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R255 UUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 UUT shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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