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R326 FBV

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

806,609 mi
Last recorded806,609 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 FBV
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 806,609 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 73,045 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 72,905 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 May 2012 64,969 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 61,412 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 61,412 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2010 56,813 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 51,442 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 45,296 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 38,980 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 38,973 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 May 2006 32,590 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 3,259 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 3,259 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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R326 FBV is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R326 FBV, 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 R326 FBV registered?

R326 FBV is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R326 FBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 FBV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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