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R327 TMO

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

41,398 mi
Last recorded41,398 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 TMO
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 41,398 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 May 2016 41,398 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 41,001 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 41,001 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 40,304 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,574 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 38,933 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 38,063 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 38,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

slight cracking on the rear tyres

Pass 3 Sep 2010 36,903 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

cracking to the o/s/f and spare tyres

Pass 31 Aug 2009 35,842 miles

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

both number plates are slightly diteriorated

cracking to the o/s/f and spare tyre

small bulb out ion the centre stop light

Fail 31 Aug 2009 35,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both number plates are slightly diteriorated

cracking to the o/s/f and spare tyre

small bulb out ion the centre stop light

Pass 16 Sep 2008 34,739 miles

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

front number plate is slightly diteriorated

o/s/f tyre is cracking

spare tyre is cracking

Pass 31 Aug 2007 33,429 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 33,424 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2006 32,101 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 32,101 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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R327 TMO is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R327 TMO, 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 R327 TMO registered?

R327 TMO is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R327 TMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R327 TMO shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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