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R309 NTA

1998 Renault Clio

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,466 mi
Last recorded83,466 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 NTA
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 83,466 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 83,429 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer corroded (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 79,501 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 77,127 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 74,455 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 67,445 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 67,445 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 62,216 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 61,296 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 59,047 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 57,166 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2012 57,165 miles

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

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 17 May 2011 54,725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 52,406 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 50,224 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 46,511 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 42,667 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 38,533 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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R309 NTA is a 1998 Renault Clio in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R309 NTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R309 NTA registered?

R309 NTA is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R309 NTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R309 NTA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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