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R352 VOR

1998 Renault Clio

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

50,485 mi
Last recorded50,485 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Clio73,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR352 VOR
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 50,485 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front and Nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 50,485 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front and Nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 42,532 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 42,532 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 42,172 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 41,775 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 40,770 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 40,769 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 40,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 39,438 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 38,643 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 38,643 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,668 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 36,508 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 35,302 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 35,302 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 33,837 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 30,598 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 30,566 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s rear tyre starting to crack on the outer sidewall,exhaust leaking from the rear clamp.

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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R352 VOR is a 1998 Renault Clio in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R352 VOR, 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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R352 VOR is a 1998 Renault Clio, first registered on 16 January 1998.

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