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R29 MPB

1998 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

52,622 mi
Last recorded52,622 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 MPB
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2017 52,622 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 52,246 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake performance low

slight leak from nearside outer drive shaft gaiter

Fail 5 Apr 2016 52,246 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported both centre rubber mounts broken off (7.1.1)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded one of two main front to rear metal pipe severely corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake performance low

slight leak from nearside outer drive shaft gaiter

Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,507 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 50,846 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 49,838 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 49,804 miles

Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 48,577 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 47,098 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,288 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 45,053 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 45,052 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 43,795 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 43,735 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2007 42,096 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 39,966 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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R29 MPB is a 1998 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R29 MPB, 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 R29 MPB registered?

R29 MPB is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 23 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R29 MPB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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