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R322 TVP

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

76,246 mi
Last recorded76,246 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR322 TVP
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2013 76,246 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)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 76,246 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 66,133 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 66,133 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 51,417 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 51,417 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 44,653 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs seem slightly worn/ corroded

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

Nearside mirror glass missing recommend replace

Nearside rear tyre close to legal limit, signs of splitting/ cracking recommend replace

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside front tyre close to legal limit, recommend replace and wheel alignment check

Offside rear tyre splitting/ cracking

Oil level low recommend attention

Rear wheel arches corroded recommend attention/ repair

Fail 8 Mar 2010 44,653 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)

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs seem slightly worn/ corroded

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

Nearside mirror glass missing recommend replace

Nearside rear tyre close to legal limit, signs of splitting/ cracking recommend replace

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside front tyre close to legal limit, recommend replace and wheel alignment check

Offside rear tyre splitting/ cracking

Oil level low recommend attention

Rear wheel arches corroded recommend attention/ repair

Pass 3 Mar 2009 41,034 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 40,998 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,869 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 32,910 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 28,914 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 28,760 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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R322 TVP is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R322 TVP, 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 R322 TVP registered?

R322 TVP is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 25 February 1998.

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