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R308 PUM

1998 Renault Clio

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,536 mi
Last recorded33,536 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 PUM
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 33,536 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 33,215 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 32,487 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 31,734 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 31,081 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)

Pass 6 May 2014 30,518 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 29,242 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 28,279 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 27,433 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 26,146 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 24,659 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

slight play at handbrake lever

washer jets becoming blocked, only give small amounts of water

Pass 7 May 2008 22,736 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 21,049 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 21,047 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 19,484 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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R308 PUM is a 1998 Renault Clio in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R308 PUM, 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 R308 PUM registered?

R308 PUM is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R308 PUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 PUM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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